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Quality Inspector – Supplier-Facing

Location: Coventry / Midlands-Based (Field-Based, Weekly Travel to Berkshire)
Salary: £38,000 - £44,000 + Bonus
Hours: 07:30 – 16:30, Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP

Syntech Recruitment is supporting a well-established manufacturing business known for delivering engineered solutions to the built environment. As part of a major growth phase, the business is integrating several new suppliers into its supply chain and is now seeking a hands-on Quality Inspector to verify the standard of incoming structural components and assemblies prior to acceptance.

This is a field-based role covering UK suppliers, ideally suited to someone located in the Coventry or Midlands area, with weekly travel to HQ in Berkshire.

Key Responsibilities

* Perform detailed visual and dimensional inspections of assembled metalwork and engineered components

* Visit supplier sites to inspect and sign off completed work before dispatch

* Assess build quality, finish, alignment, and tolerance adherence across complex assemblies

* Record and report all inspection findings clearly, supporting the Quality Manager on issue resolution

* Monitor supplier performance against internal quality expectations

* Support rework decision-making where non-conformances are identified

* Align with in-house quality processes through regular collaboration at the Berkshire HQ

Candidate Requirements

* Experience in a quality inspection role within structural, fabricated, or mechanical assemblies

* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and quality documentation

* Strong attention to detail, with a practical, methodical approach to visual and dimensional checks

* Comfortable working independently on-site with suppliers

* Full UK driving licence (essential for regular travel)

* Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards is beneficial

* Valid CSCS card preferred

Package

* £38,000 – £44,000 base salary

* Quarterly performance-related bonus

* 24 days annual leave + bank holidays

* Enhanced employer pension contribution

* Company vehicle scheme or mileage allowance

* Free lunch provided when working from HQ

* Structured CPD and skills development opportunities

This role is suited to an experienced inspector who understands the importance of build integrity and final sign-off in a project-led manufacturing environment. You’ll be trusted to uphold quality at source, helping to ensure supplier work is consistently delivered to specification.

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Syntech Recruitment Ltd
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