The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for a Goods In Quality Inspector to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business based in Aldershot. This is a full-time permanent opportunity offering a competitive salary of £28,000 to £33,000, depending on experience.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality Inspector who enjoys maintaining high standards and ensuring only quality-approved materials enter production. Working closely with the Warehouse, Purchasing and Production teams, you'll play a vital role in maintaining supplier quality, reducing defects and supporting continuous improvement.
This role would suit someone with previous Goods In Inspection, Quality Control or Manufacturing experience who has an exceptional eye for detail and takes pride in maintaining quality standards.
About the Employer
Our client is a successful and expanding manufacturing business with an excellent reputation for producing high-quality products. They invest heavily in quality systems, continuous improvement and employee development, offering a supportive environment where quality is at the heart of everything they do.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect incoming deliveries against purchase orders and quality specifications
- Check paper, board, inks, adhesives, packaging and raw materials for defects and damage
- Assess colour consistency, quantity and product quality
- Record inspection findings accurately using company quality systems
- Quarantine non-conforming materials and raise quality concerns where required
- Work with suppliers and the Purchasing team to resolve quality issues
- Release approved materials into production
- Support supplier quality investigations and corrective actions
- Maintain accurate quality documentation
- Ensure the inspection area remains clean, organised and safe
- Follow company Health & Safety procedures and quality standards at all times
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across the quality department
Requirements
- Previous Goods In Inspection, Quality Inspection or Quality Control experience
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong organisational skills
- Good communication skills
- Confident using Microsoft Office
- Ability to maintain accurate quality records
- Previous manufacturing experience
- Positive and proactive attitude
Desirable Requirements
- Experience within printing, packaging, graphics or manufacturing
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
- Understanding of paper, board or print production processes
- Experience using warehouse or stock control systems
- Experience working with supplier quality
Skills & Experience That Transfer Well
We're particularly interested in candidates with experience in:
- Goods In Inspection
- Quality Inspection
- Quality Control
- Manufacturing Quality
- Print Production
- Packaging
- Warehouse Quality
- Supplier Quality
- Incoming Goods Inspection
- ISO 9001
- Production Inspection
Skills and Qualities
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Analytical mindset
- Strong organisational skills
- Professional communication skills
- Problem-solving ability
- Quality-focused approach
- Reliable and dependable
- Team player
Working Hours
Monday to Friday
8:15am – 5:00pm
What's On Offer
- £28,000–£33,000 per annum
- Permanent full-time role
- Monday to Friday working pattern
- Company pension
- 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- On-site parking
- Training and development opportunities
- Career progression
- Friendly and supportive team
- Stable long-term opportunity
How to Apply
This vacancy is being advertised by Halmer Group on behalf of our client.
If you have previous Goods In Inspection, Quality Inspection or Manufacturing Quality experience and are looking for your next long-term opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV today and one of our consultants will be in touch.
All applications will be treated in strict confidence.
Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm
Pay: £28,000.00-£33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have access to your own transport such as car or motorbike
- Do you have notice to give to your current employer? If so how much?
- Do you have a valid UK Driving Licence
- Do you have Quality Inspection experience?
- Do you have experience with ISO 9001
- What is your current salary
Work Location: In person
