Quality Inspector - Precision Engineering

Higham, Lancashire
5 months ago
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Quality Inspector – Precision Engineering

Simonstone

Mon-Thurs 07:30-16:15 Fri 07:30-12:30

£14.30 p/h

Quality Inspector – Precision Engineering

The Role

This position is working in my clients nuclear facility, where you will be working closely with internal and external customers to support all inspection operations and operational objectives are fulfilled in compliance with company procedures & Nuclear Standards and Regulations.

Quality Inspector – Precision Engineering

Main Responsibilities

Perform inspections of purchased parts, subassemblies or finished company products according to well defined criteria using standard physical, mechanical and/or electrical measurements.
Coordinate inspection activities and manage related project inspection functions.
Responsible for enforcing safety and quality requirements.
Rework or reject subassemblies or finished products as required.
Accurately document the results of the inspections and testing.
Maintain all controlled document files and test records in a timely and accurate manner.
Coordinate calibration of all test equipment and fixtures.
Monitor critical equipment and instrumentation to ensure proper operation and calibration.
Participate in the construction and/or revision of procedure’s for the inspection function.
Assist in the writing and updating inspection procedures, protocol and checklists.
Evaluate problems and make initial recommendations for possible corrective action to supervise.
Work with project engineers and Quality Assurance to resolve issues.
Perform review of history records and other documentation for compliance to established procedures and good documentation practices.
To attend meetings as may be directed by the General Manager/Senior Quality Engineer.
To undergo ongoing training and professional development.
To undertake any other duties, appropriate to the role that may be required for effective and efficient running of the Company.
Should be conversant with inspection techniques and able to evaluate the latest equipment and techniques utilised in Integrity practices.

Quality Inspector – Precision Engineering

The Candidate

Must be qualified in an engineering discipline
Experience of inspection in a precision engineering environment
Desirable to have experience in the nuclear industry
Solid background of technical understanding
Working knowledge of measuring instruments
Knowledgeable of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
Desirable to have ASME PED knowledge.
Experience with process improvement
Ability to read engineering drawings and quality plans

Quality Inspector – Precision Engineering

In order to comply with Nuclear Standards and Regulations, candidates must be UK Nationals only (No Duel Nationality can be considered for this role). All candidates, prior to commencing employment must be: DBS Checked, Pass Drugs and Alcohol Test, Pass Pre-Employment Medical Questionnaire.

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