Mechanical Inspector

Uxbridge
1 month ago
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Mechanical Inspector

Salary: £18.00 per hour
Location: 10-minute drive from Uxbridge / 40 minutes via public transport
Hours: Mon–Thurs 08:00–17:00 / Fri 08:00–12:00 (37 hours per week)
Overtime: Paid at 1.5x basic rate (5–10 hours per week available)
Start Date: ASAP
Type: Permanent

We’re actively recruiting a Mechanical Inspector for a global aerospace manufacturer based near Uxbridge. This is your chance to work on a life-saving product used around the world, inspecting high-precision components as part of a quality-first team.

Mechanical Inspector Benefits:

£18.00 per hour + paid overtime
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
9% non-contributory pension
Half-day Fridays
Free on-site parking
Long-term job security in a stable, expanding businessMechanical Inspector Responsibilities:

Inspecting machined and goods-in components using hand tools (verniers, calipers, micrometers)
Interpreting engineering drawings and inspecting components to tight tolerances
Completing inspection documentation with a high level of accuracy
Recording data using SAP and documenting non-conformances
Working to aerospace standards and contributing to product qualityMechanical Inspector Requirements:

Experience with PC-DMIS CMM programming and/or working with Hexagon Lazer Scanning Arm
Ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings
Skilled in using precision measuring equipment (verniers, calipers, micrometers)
Good understanding of GD&T and both metric and imperial measurement systems
Previous experience in Aerospace, Automotive, Motorsport, or Subcontract Manufacturing
CMM experience is beneficial but not essentialTo apply, simply click the apply button.

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