Mechanical Quality Inspector

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent (All Shifts Available – Early, Days, Lates)
Location: Stoke Mandeville, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP22 5BL
Salary: £17.00 – £26.50 per hour + Overtime + Shift Premiums. Depending on experience
About Us
Gibbs Gears is a dynamic and rapidly growing precision engineering company, specialising in the design and manufacture of gears, shafts, transmissions, and complex CNC-machined components. Our customers span industries such as aerospace, electric vehicles (EV), motorsport, and advanced technology. We pride ourselves on innovation, excellence, and the highest standards of quality.
As our business continues to expand, we’re looking for experienced Mechanical Quality Inspectors to join our team across all available shifts. This is a key role for individuals who are passionate about quality and precision in a high-performance subcontract CNC environment.
The Role
As a Mechanical Quality Inspector, you will carry out a range of inspections to ensure our parts meet strict dimensional and visual standards. Reporting to the Head of Quality, you will take ownership of inspection activities on your shift and work closely with production, engineering, and management to maintain and improve quality performance.
This position requires a confident, process-driven individual with the ability to interpret technical drawings, lead inspection routines, and contribute to root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Inspection Activities:

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  Perform first-off, in-process, and final inspections on machined parts
  
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  Use a range of tools including micrometers, verniers, height gauges, and CMMs
  
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  Program and operate CMM equipment where applicable
  

Technical Interpretation:

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  Read and understand complex engineering drawings and apply GD&T
  
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  Ensure work complies with AS9100 Rev D and internal quality procedures
  

Documentation & Reporting:

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  Complete and maintain FAIRs, PPAPs, SPC data, APQP, and control plans
  
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  Support root cause and corrective actions using 8D, 5 Why, and Ishikawa tools
  
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  Record inspection results accurately using Microsoft Office tools
  

Leadership & Support:

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  Coordinate inspection activities during your shift
  
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  Work collaboratively with quality and production teams
  
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  Promote continuous improvement in quality processes and culture
  

What You Bring

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  Strong background in a subcontract CNC machining environment
  
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  Proven ability to lead and coordinate inspection processes
  
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  Excellent understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T
  
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  Proficiency in using mechanical inspection tools and CMM equipment
  
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  Solid experience with AS9100 quality standards and documentation
  
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  Calm, methodical approach with a keen eye for detail
  
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  Confident communicator with good written and verbal skills
  

Preferred Experience

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  Experience with RCCA tools (8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa)
  
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  Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
  
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  Familiarity with programming CMMs
  

Employment Benefits
Competitive hourly rate: £17.00 – £26.50 (based on experience and shift). Depending on experience
Overtime opportunities available
Company pension scheme
20 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – confidential support for mental health, legal, financial, and personal matters
Employee reward card with discounts from major retailers
Free tea, coffee, and on-site parking
Ongoing training and development
Career progression in a quality-driven business
Recognition and reward schemes for high performance
If you are an experienced Mechanical Quality Inspector with a passion for precision and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you. Join Gibbs Gears and play a vital role in upholding the quality standards our customers rely on.
REF: JE-Gibbs015