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Quality Team Lead We are recruiting for a Quality TeamLeader who will oversee the Quality Control team, ensuring allinspection processes are implemented and maintained, and ensuringdaily that the inspection team is following process and schedule ofproduction. This role is a permanent opportunity in a companyworking on high-tolerance projects using exotic materials. Ourclients products are advanced and span across a diverse set ofindustries including aerospace, defence, marine, medical, oil &gas, and nuclear. Role Responsibilities of a Quality Team Leader:Oversee the Quality Control (QC) function within the productionenvironment, ensuring all inspection processes are effectivelyimplemented and maintained. * Manage and coordinate dailyactivities of the inspection team to meet production schedules andquality requirements. * Ensure that all components and productsconform to internal, customer, and regulatory quality standards.Develop and maintain inspection procedures, ensuring compliancewith AS9100, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements. * Act asthe primary point of contact for production teams regardingQC-related issues and concerns. * Support the Production Manager inimplementing corrective and preventive actions based on inspectionfindings. * Conduct and oversee first article inspections (FAI) andfinal inspections, ensuring proper documentation and traceability.Maintain and manage all inspection equipment, ensuringcalibration and functionality for accurate measurements. * Train,mentor, and develop inspection staff to enhance skills and maintainhigh-quality standards. * Lead investigations intonon-conformances, collaborating with production and engineering todetermine root causes and implement corrective actions. * Ensureaccurate and timely reporting of inspection data, trends, and keyquality metrics to management. * Work closely with suppliers andsubcontractors to verify incoming materials and components meetrequired quality standards. * Maintain a safe and organisedinspection area, ensuring compliance with company policies andsafety regulations. * Continuously seek opportunities for processimprovements within the inspection function to drive efficiency andquality enhancements. An Ideal candidate for the Quality TeamLeader position would have: * Proven experience in Quality Controlwithin an AS9100 or ISO 9001-certified environment. * Strongknowledge of inspection techniques, measurement tools, and industrybest practices. * Experience leading or managing an inspection teamwithin a manufacturing environment. * Hands-on experience with CMM(Coordinate Measuring Machines) and other precision measurementequipment. * Familiarity with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning andTolerancing) and engineering drawings. * Experience conducting rootcause analysis and implementing corrective actions. * Strongproblem-solving skills with a proactive approach to qualityimprovement. * Certified in AS9100 / ISO 9001 auditing (desirable).Proficiency in the use of quality inspection software and ERP/MRPsystems. * Formal training in measurement techniques, including CMMprogramming (preferred). For more information on this role, pleasecontact Juls Bujalska on or send a copy of your CV Seniority level AssociateEmployment type Full-time Job function Quality Assurance andManagement Industries Manufacturing and Aviation and AerospaceComponent Manufacturing J-18808-Ljbffr

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