Quality Control Inspector
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list. Ineligible if it's SOC 8143
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3115 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 47% sure that is the right code. Eaton is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Possible 3115 (Quality assurance technicians) · 47% match
- Ineligible 8143 (Routine inspectors and testers) · 44% match
Ask Eaton what the duties are.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3115 Quality assurance technicians Most likely code | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £41,700 |
8143 Routine inspectors and testers Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
The Quality Controller role is to work as part of a team of multi-skilled Inspectors in a diverse manufacturing environment covering Aerospace product, Investment Castings, Mechanical and Electrical components and Composites.
Your Main Responsibilities
- Mechanical / Electrical inspection of Aerospace product
- In Process Inspection
- First Article Inspection
- Work on own initiatives and resolve any issues or problems in line with company procedures
- Undertake investigation of quality issues to resolution, in conjunction with all necessary internal or external bodies relating to product/process/system. These may be initiated by internal or external customers
- Maintenance of Quality Records and Metrics
- Support shop floor with Technical issues if required
- Auditing of Approved Operators
- Support training of others in products and processes for your area
- Because of the changing nature of our business your job description will inevitably change. You will, from time to time, be required to undertake other activities of a similar nature that fall within your capabilities as directed by management.
- You will be required to undertake all responsibilities above in line with your Grade.
- Use of Measuring Equipment
- Able to interpret Engineering Drawings
- Previous experience required although training can be provided
- Experience of Goods In Inspection and processes advantageous
- Aerospace knowledge advantageous
- Experience of FAIRs to AS 9102
- IT Skills
- Root Cause Tools – 5 why’s / 8D
Skills:
Qualifications Required
- City & Guilds
- GCSE’s or equivalent in Maths and Science
- Apprentice trained in a relevant discipline advantageous
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Where this offer sits in the market
Quality assurance technicians (SOC 3115) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~43k in sample- Middle half £28,444–41,340
- Median £32,968
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
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About sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Eaton holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3115 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.