QA Inspector
CV-LibraryOxford, OxfordshirepermanentPosted: 7 July 2026
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Location: Oxfordshire
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am – 5:00pm | Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm (37.5 hours per week)
We're looking for a detail-focused QA Inspector to join our Quality team. This is a hands-on role supporting quality assurance activities across goods-in inspection, manufacturing, and production, helping to ensure products meet both customer and company quality standards.
What you'll be doing
* Inspect incoming materials and components against engineering drawings, specifications, and certification requirements.
* Raise and support non-conformance reports (NCRs) when quality issues are identified.
* Carry out regular quality inspections throughout production and assembly areas.
* Prepare quality and certification documentation for finished products.
* Coordinate and maintain the calibration of measuring equipment, including arranging external calibration services and completing in-house calibrations.
* Keep quality records up to date and support internal and external audits.
* Contribute to continuous improvement projects, including 5S and lean manufacturing initiatives.
* Assist with other quality-related duties as required.
What we're looking for
Essential
* Previous experience in a quality inspection or manufacturing environment.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
* Experience using inspection and measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other precision measuring tools.
* Experience with calibration processes and maintaining calibration records.
* Good administration and computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
* Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
* Able to work independently as well as part of a team.
Desirable
* Experience using SAP or a similar ERP system.
* Knowledge of CMM, shadowgraph, surface testing, or other advanced inspection equipment.
* Understanding of hydraulic products or engineering components.
* Full UK driving licence.
What you'll bring
* A proactive and organised approach.
* Good understanding of quality standards and inspection processes.
* Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous improvement.
* The ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Location: Oxfordshire
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am – 5:00pm | Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm (37.5 hours per week)
We're looking for a detail-focused QA Inspector to join our Quality team. This is a hands-on role supporting quality assurance activities across goods-in inspection, manufacturing, and production, helping to ensure products meet both customer and company quality standards.
What you'll be doing
* Inspect incoming materials and components against engineering drawings, specifications, and certification requirements.
* Raise and support non-conformance reports (NCRs) when quality issues are identified.
* Carry out regular quality inspections throughout production and assembly areas.
* Prepare quality and certification documentation for finished products.
* Coordinate and maintain the calibration of measuring equipment, including arranging external calibration services and completing in-house calibrations.
* Keep quality records up to date and support internal and external audits.
* Contribute to continuous improvement projects, including 5S and lean manufacturing initiatives.
* Assist with other quality-related duties as required.
What we're looking for
Essential
* Previous experience in a quality inspection or manufacturing environment.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
* Experience using inspection and measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other precision measuring tools.
* Experience with calibration processes and maintaining calibration records.
* Good administration and computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
* Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
* Able to work independently as well as part of a team.
Desirable
* Experience using SAP or a similar ERP system.
* Knowledge of CMM, shadowgraph, surface testing, or other advanced inspection equipment.
* Understanding of hydraulic products or engineering components.
* Full UK driving licence.
What you'll bring
* A proactive and organised approach.
* Good understanding of quality standards and inspection processes.
* Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous improvement.
* The ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment