Senior Quality Inspector
CV-LibraryHailsham, East SussexpermanentPosted: 2 October 2026
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Hailsham, East Sussex | Full-Time | Permanent
Competitive Salary, dependent on experience
Why Work Here?
Join a successful and growing precision engineering business offering:
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25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
*
Flexible working hours
* Private Medical Insurance
* Death in Service – 4 x salary
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Electric Car Scheme
* Career development and progression opportunities
* A modern engineering environment with advanced inspection and metrology equipment
* The opportunity to make a genuine impact across quality and continuous improvement
The Opportunity
Placr Recruitment’s client is looking for an experienced Senior Quality Inspector to join their expanding quality team.
This is a key role for an experienced quality professional with a precision engineering or machine shop background, taking responsibility for inspection, supplier quality, non-conformance and continuous improvement.
The Role
* Inspect precision-engineered components and sub-assemblies using CMM, Faro Arm and other metrology equipment.
* Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings, GD&T and specifications.
* Manage NCRs, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
* Work with suppliers and internal teams to resolve quality issues.
* Maintain inspection plans and quality controls through the ERP system.
* Support Right First Time and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Work closely with Engineering, Production and Supply Chain teams.
* Attend customer sites when required, with reasonable travel expenses covered.
About You
You will ideally have:
* 3+ years’ experience in a machine shop, precision engineering or similar manufacturing environment.
* Strong engineering drawing and GD&T knowledge.
* Experience with CMM, Faro Arm and precision metrology equipment.
* Knowledge of ISO 9001, SPC, AQL and supplier quality.
* A Degree, HNC or HND in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or a related discipline is preferred.
If you’re an experienced Quality Inspector ready to take the next step into a senior-level role with excellent benefits and genuine career development, we’d love to hear from you
Hailsham, East Sussex | Full-Time | Permanent
Competitive Salary, dependent on experience
Why Work Here?
Join a successful and growing precision engineering business offering:
*
25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
*
Flexible working hours
* Private Medical Insurance
* Death in Service – 4 x salary
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Electric Car Scheme
* Career development and progression opportunities
* A modern engineering environment with advanced inspection and metrology equipment
* The opportunity to make a genuine impact across quality and continuous improvement
The Opportunity
Placr Recruitment’s client is looking for an experienced Senior Quality Inspector to join their expanding quality team.
This is a key role for an experienced quality professional with a precision engineering or machine shop background, taking responsibility for inspection, supplier quality, non-conformance and continuous improvement.
The Role
* Inspect precision-engineered components and sub-assemblies using CMM, Faro Arm and other metrology equipment.
* Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings, GD&T and specifications.
* Manage NCRs, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
* Work with suppliers and internal teams to resolve quality issues.
* Maintain inspection plans and quality controls through the ERP system.
* Support Right First Time and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Work closely with Engineering, Production and Supply Chain teams.
* Attend customer sites when required, with reasonable travel expenses covered.
About You
You will ideally have:
* 3+ years’ experience in a machine shop, precision engineering or similar manufacturing environment.
* Strong engineering drawing and GD&T knowledge.
* Experience with CMM, Faro Arm and precision metrology equipment.
* Knowledge of ISO 9001, SPC, AQL and supplier quality.
* A Degree, HNC or HND in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or a related discipline is preferred.
If you’re an experienced Quality Inspector ready to take the next step into a senior-level role with excellent benefits and genuine career development, we’d love to hear from you