Job Title: Quality Inspector
Company: IML UK Ltd
Location: Weymouth, Dorset
Hours: 39 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
About Us
IML UK Ltd is a precision engineering company based in Weymouth, supplying high-quality components to the aerospace and automotive sectors. Operating to AS9100D standards, we are continuing to grow with new contracts starting this year and an order book extending well into 2026 and 2027, offering long-term stability and career opportunities.
Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Quality Inspector to support our quality and inspection activities across aerospace and automotive projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring all components meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements while supporting the effective control of subcontract processes and quality documentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
- Prepare, compile and review PPAP documentation for automotive customers.
- Perform dimensional and visual inspection of precision-engineered components.
- Use a range of measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, height gauges, bore gauges and CMM (where applicable).
- Inspect components throughout the manufacturing process, including goods inwards, in-process and final inspection.
- Create and manage subcontract purchase orders using the Tricorn ERP system.
- Coordinate subcontract operations by booking components in and out of subcontract suppliers, ensuring full traceability and accurate documentation.
- Monitor subcontract work to ensure quality standards, delivery requirements and customer specifications are achieved.
- Review engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements.
- Record inspection results and maintain accurate quality records in accordance with AS9100D requirements.
- Support internal, customer and third-party audits.
- Work closely with production, engineering and purchasing teams to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement.
Skills & Experience Required
- Proven experience in a Quality Inspector role within a precision engineering environment.
- Strong understanding of AS9100D quality management systems.
- Experience completing First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) to AS9102 standards.
- Experience preparing and reviewing PPAP documentation.
- Experience using Tricorn ERP software or similar manufacturing ERP systems.
- Experience raising subcontract purchase orders and coordinating subcontract processes.
- Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings and specifications.
- Confident use of precision measuring equipment.
- Excellent attention to detail with a methodical and organised approach.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively across departments.
Desirable
- Aerospace and/or automotive manufacturing experience.
- CMM programming or operating experience.
- Knowledge of quality management software and document control systems.
- Internal Auditor experience to AS9100D.
- Continuous Improvement or Lean Manufacturing awareness.
What We Offer
- Permanent position with long-term job security.
- 39-hour working week.
- Opportunity to work on exciting aerospace and automotive programmes.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
- Company pension.
- On-site parking.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
