Job Description

We’re not just another bike brand - we're an iconic, British motorcycle brand with over 120 years of history behind us. Our new state-of-the-art facilities in Solihull, West Midlands are home to a tight-knit, but ever-expanding team that's passionate about delivering exquisite riding experiences to our customers.

Under new ownership and proud to be part of the TVS Motor family, we're entering a new era of global success. And we want you to be a part of it!

At Norton, we value respect, trust, and responsibility. We trust our employees to execute their roles exceptionally and professionally, and we value personal development, teaching, and learning. When you join our team, you'll have the opportunity to grow and learn alongside some of the most talented and dedicated people in the business.

So if you're passionate about motorcycles and looking to join a team that's shaping the future of this legendary brand, we'd love to hear from you!

The Role

Norton Motorcycles is seeking a detail-oriented and quality-focused Quality Inspector to support manufacturing and production operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring all components and assemblies meet engineering specifications and the high standards expected of a premium motorcycle brand.

This role requires strong inspection experience, the ability to interpret engineering drawings, and confidence using a range of precision measuring equipment. Experience with CMM or FARO systems would be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct first-off and in-process inspections of components and assemblies

• Interpret and work from engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements

• Use precision measuring equipment including: Micrometers; Bore Micrometers; Vernier Calipers; Height Gauges; Shadowgraphs

• Identify defects, non-conformances, and quality issues during production

• Ensure products meet dimensional and visual quality standards

• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions where required

• Maintain accurate inspection and quality documentation

• Work closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to support continuous improvement initiatives

• Ensure compliance with company quality procedures and health & safety standards

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a Quality Inspector or similar manufacturing quality role

• Good understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)

• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

• Experience using a variety of inspection and gauge equipment

• Excellent attention to detail with a keen eye for identifying defects

• Understanding of first principle inspection processes

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable / Advantageous Skills

• Experience using CMM inspection equipment

• Experience operating FARO measurement systems

• Exposure to automotive, aerospace, or high-precision manufacturing environments