Final Inspector (Aerospace Manufacturing)

  • PEARSON WHIFFIN RECRUITMENT LTD
  • Sittingbourne, Kent
  • Feb 24, 2026
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Job Description

Final Inspector (Aerospace Manufacturing)
Permanent

Mid Kent

Monday to Friday Day shifts Early finish (EVERY FRIDAY!)

£12.86ph

PWR Contacts: Emily Powell or Sammy Messenger

A well-established aerospace manufacturer is looking for a detail-driven Final Inspector to join their production team. This is a key hire due to planned succession, offering long-term stability, specialist training, and genuine progression within a highly respected engineering environment.

Full Training Provided

The Role

Working at the final stage of production, you will ensure precision-engineered components meet strict quality and customer standards before dispatch. Accuracy and consistency are critical.

Typical responsibilities include:

  • Inspect finished cast components against route cards, specifications and work instructions
  • Identify surface or dimensional defects and confirm parts meet acceptance standards
  • Carry out finishing activities where required prior to release
  • Mark, pack and prepare components for dispatch
  • Maintain accurate production and inspection records
  • Work closely with production and quality teams to maintain standards

What We re Looking For

We are open to candidates from any manufacturing, engineering or production background aerospace experience is not essential.

You will need:

  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • A methodical, quality-focused mindset
  • Ability to follow technical instructions and inspection criteria
  • Good reliability and team attitude
  • Basic PC confidence for logging and records

Why Apply?

  • Secure role within a long-standing aerospace supply chain business
  • Full training and structured onboarding provided
  • Opportunity to shadow and learn from an experienced inspector
  • Long-term progression into quality / technical roles
  • Stable day shift pattern
  • Supportive and team-focused environment