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Contek are working with an engineering client that operates from a 28,000 sq.ft. manufacturing facility. Making use of a wide range of the very latest machining cells including Multi Pallet Horizontal Milling, Multi Axis Mill-Turn Machining, Robotic and Bar Fed Lathes through to Swiss style Sliding Head Lathes to provide a flexible, competitive and reliable production solution.

Two sides of the business, comprising of sub-contract machining for various industries including Automotive, Hydraulics and Defence - to Medical assembly of components within ISO13485 standards.

Through growth, on the Medical side - they are looking to expand the team, and are looking for a Senior Quality Inspector to join their small quality team (Current team of 2 - and total of 50 members of staff).

Generally a 37.5hr working core hour week.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Visual and hands-on inspection of a range of machined parts components and assemblies for various industries.

  • Utilising a range of inspection equipment, including micrometres, verniers, calipers, height/depth gauges, and shadowgraphs.

  • Using their CMM system (Aberlink - other systems considered)

  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety regulations at all times.

    Requirements:

  • Previous experience within quality inspection is required.

  • Previous experience programming CMM is required.

  • Previous experience using Aberlink software is desirable.

  • Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

  • Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work

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