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Quality Inspector

Reference: 55866
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000
Location: Northampton
Job Type: Perm
Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing
Posted: 20 August 2026

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Kieran Evans

Kieran Evans

Business Manager, Peterborough Office

I’m passionate about recruitment because it allows me to build long-term relationships and make a genuine impact on both businesses and candidates....
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About The Role


  • Perm
  • Northampton
  • £28,000 - £32,000 GBP / Year

The One Group

Quality Inspector
Northamptonshire
High-Performance Engine Manufacturing

We’re working with a leading high-performance engine manufacturer who are looking to add a Quality Inspector to their Advanced Manufacturing team.

Working within a precision engineering environment, you’ll be responsible for the in-process inspection of complex engine and powertrain components, ensuring parts meet the required specifications before progressing through production.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Carrying out in-process inspection of precision-machined components including engine blocks and cylinder heads.

  • Using a range of inspection equipment including micrometers, digital calipers, air gauges, thread gauges, plug gauges and contour measurement equipment.

  • Reading engineering drawings and checking components against specified tolerances and requirements.

  • Identifying and reporting non-conformances, maintaining inspection records and supporting Engineering with quality investigations.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Previous experience within a Quality Inspector, Mechanical Inspector or similar role within a precision engineering environment.

  • Confident using manual inspection equipment including micrometers, calipers and gauges.

  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, with an understanding of GD&T advantageous.

  • Previous CMM or metrology experience would be beneficial but isn’t essential.

This is a great opportunity to join a high-performance engineering business, working with complex precision-machined components within a modern manufacturing environment.

If this sounds of interest, click to apply and Kieran Evans will be in contact to discuss the finer details.

To apply for this job email your details to kevans@theonegroup.co.uk

About The ONE Group


The ONE Group is a specialist recruitment consultancy with offices in Cambridge, Peterborough, Northampton, and Hertfordshire.

We recruit across Technology, Engineering & Manufacturing, Scientific, Sales, and Marketing, with consultants who specialise in their sector rather than trying to cover everything. This focused approach allows us to provide deeper market knowledge, stronger networks, and better hiring outcomes for both clients and candidates.

Our expertise spans permanent, contract, and senior-level appointments. Most importantly, the majority of our business comes from repeat clients and referrals, reflecting the long-term relationships we build and the trust we earn through consistently delivering results.

What Happens Next


1

One of our consultants will review your application within one working day.

2

If your experience looks like a fit, we'll be in touch for a quick conversation to understand what you're looking for.

3

From there, we'll talk you through the role properly, prepare you for interview, and stay alongside you through to your start date.

4

Whatever happens with this role, we'll keep your details on file, with your permission, so we can flag other opportunities that suit you.

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