Job Description

Company:

Alan Spargo Ltd

Location:

High Wycombe, UK

Employment Type:

Full-time, Permanent

About Alan Spargo Ltd

Alan Spargo Ltd is a

family-run precision engineering company

with an outstanding reputation for craftsmanship, quality, and innovation. We design and manufacture

high-precision tooling and components

for some of the most demanding industries - including

Formula 1, motorsport, and aerospace

.

Our success is built on technical excellence, attention to detail, and a shared passion for engineering. Every member of our small, dedicated team plays a vital role in delivering the highest standards our customers expect.

Position Overview

We are seeking a

skilled and motivated Quality Inspector

to take full ownership of our inspection and quality control processes.

This is a key role in our business - ideal for someone who takes pride in precision and wants to

develop and lead the inspection area

as part of a close-knit, family-run company. You'll work with state-of-the-art metrology and inspection systems, ensuring our components meet exacting tolerances and specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Take ownership of the inspection and quality assurance function within the business. Inspect precision components and tooling to tight tolerances for F1, motorsport, and aerospace customers. Operate, program, and maintain a wide range of inspection and measurement equipment. Verify components against engineering drawings, CAD data, and customer specifications. Accurately record, report, and communicate inspection results. Maintain calibration records and ensure all inspection equipment is in excellent working order. Collaborate with production and engineering teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure right-first-time quality.

Inspection Equipment

Experience with some or all of the following (or similar) equipment is highly desirable:

OGP SmartScope 500 Optical Scanner

Mitutoyo Linear Gauge

Mitutoyo Microscope

Mitutoyo Profile Projector

Mitutoyo Euro M574 CMM

DEA CNC A001 CMM

"Inspector" Projector

Optical Dividing Head

Sigma Comparators (x2)

Hardness Testers (x2)

Surface Measurement Machine

Keyence XM Series - Handheld Probe Coordinate Measuring Machine

Qualifications & Experience

Proven experience in precision component inspection within a manufacturing or toolmaking environment. Strong understanding of

engineering drawings, GD&T, and dimensional tolerances

. Competent in using both manual and automated metrology equipment. CMM programming or operation experience (Mitutoyo, DEA, or similar systems). Working knowledge of

ISO 9001 quality standards and inspection documentation

. High attention to detail and a methodical, quality-driven mindset.

Personal Attributes

Passion for precision and quality. Reliable, proactive, and self-motivated. Strong communicator and effective collaborator. Comfortable working independently and taking responsibility. Keen to make a meaningful impact in a small, family-run business.

Benefits

Opportunity to

own and lead the inspection area

within the business. Competitive salary (dependent on experience). Overtime opportunities. Company pension scheme. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Supportive, family-run environment with long-term development and growth opportunities.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 35,000.00-50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:

High Wycombe HP12 3TA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person