Quality Inspector - Medical Technology

Quality Inspector - Medical Technology

Location: West Midlands, UK
Sector: Medical Devices
Type: Permanent, Full-time

Newton Colmore is representing an established medical device company based in the West Midlands, specialising in the development and manufacture of highly sophisticated medical technology. This organisation has built a strong reputation for delivering precision-engineered devices that meet the highest quality standards in healthcare.

Due to ongoing expansion and commitment to maintaining exceptional quality standards, they are seeking a dedicated Quality Control Inspector to join their production team.

The Role

This is an opportunity for a quality-focused professional to play a crucial role in ensuring that complex medical devices meet stringent quality and regulatory requirements. You will be responsible for both incoming inspection of supplier components and final inspection of manufactured products, working closely with the production team to maintain the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Control & Inspection:

• Perform detailed inspection and testing of highly complex medical technology components and finished products
• Conduct incoming goods inspection of supplier-delivered components and materials
• Run comprehensive quality control procedures using precision measurement equipment
• Document inspection results and maintain detailed quality records
• Identify non-conformances and work with production teams to implement corrective actions

Production Support:

• Collaborate closely with the production team to ensure manufacturing processes meet quality standards
• Provide real-time feedback on product quality during manufacturing operations
• Support production troubleshooting activities when quality issues arise
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and process optimisation projects

Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure all inspection activities comply with medical device regulations and company quality systems
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation
• Support internal and external quality audits as required
• Follow established standard operating procedures and work instructions

Essential Requirements

• Experience in quality control/inspection within a manufacturing environment
• Background in precision measurement and inspection techniques
• Familiarity with complex mechanical or electronic products (medical devices experience preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and methodical approach to work
• Good communication skills for working with production teams
• Basic understanding of quality management systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous experience in medical device manufacturing or other regulated industries
• Knowledge of ISO 13485, 14971 or similar quality standards
• Experience with CAPAs, NCRs, and SCARs.
• Formal quality qualification (e.g., Quality Control certification)
• Familiarity with inspection software and data recording systems

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work with life-saving medical technology
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities, working closely with the head of the team.
• Stable, growing company with strong market position
• Cooperative working environment with supportive production teams
• Career progression opportunities within quality and manufacturing functions

Next Steps

This is a confidential search being conducted on behalf of our client. For a discrete, confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:

Matt Lowdon
Founder of Newton Colmore
/ hello @ newtoncolmore . com

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Due to the confidential nature of this search, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted with full company details.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background.