Location: Chard
Salary: £36,000 – £42,000 DOE
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Hours: Monday – Thursday 8am – 5pm Friday 8am – 1pm
The Opportunity
CNC Recruitment are working with a well-established precision engineering manufacturer to recruit an experienced CMM Inspector / Quality Inspector. This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern manufacturing business producing high-precision machined components for the aerospace sector.
We are looking for a quality-focused individual with a strong CNC manufacturing background who is confident using CMM equipment and a wide range of inspection tools to ensure components meet exact customer specifications.
Key Responsibilities
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Programme and operate CMM equipment, including Axiom, Azimuth, Extol and Baty systems.
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Carry out first-off, in-process, final and audit inspections on precision-machined components.
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Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T and customer specifications.
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Produce inspection reports and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR/AS9102).
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Identify non-conformances and support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
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Work closely with CNC machining, production and engineering teams to maintain quality standards.
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Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001 and customer quality requirements.
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Maintain calibration records and ensure inspection equipment remains fully compliant.
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Support internal and external quality audits.
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Contribute to continuous improvement activities across the manufacturing process.
What We're Looking For
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Previous experience within a CNC machining or precision engineering environment.
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Proven CMM programming and operating experience (essential).
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Strong understanding of precision machining processes and manufactured components.
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Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
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Experience using manual inspection equipment including micrometers, verniers, height gauges and bore gauges.
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Good IT skills and experience producing quality documentation.
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Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach.
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Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
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Aerospace manufacturing experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
What's on Offer
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Permanent, full-time position on a day shift.
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Salary of £36,000 – £42,000, depending on experience.
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Modern, air-conditioned manufacturing facility.
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Excellent working environment with high Health & Safety standards.
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Company pension scheme (3% employer contribution).
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6.6 weeks annual leave (including bank holidays).
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Company sick pay scheme (after qualifying period).
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Long service holiday rewards.
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Health & wellbeing programme.
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Company events and on-site canteen
