Quality Inspector

Hockley
3 weeks ago
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We have an excellent opportunity for a Quality Inspector. Reporting into the Quality Manager, this person will be experienced in the Aerospace sector with an understanding of FAIR paperwork.

PURPOSE OF ROLE

• To maintain quality control within the manufacturing process, in line with business standards and customer requirements.

• Inspection and verification of parts at all stages within business.

• First article inspection reporting.

• Non-conformance process, both supplier and customer.

• Root cause analysis and resolution, including rework of parts.

• Work as part of team to achieve quality and production targets.

• Support process of building quality into the manufacturing cycle.

• Approve signatory for release of related quality processes.

CORE SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES NEEDED

• Experienced in an engineering background.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

• Technical knowledge & experience within the aerospace sector preferred.

• Experience in a quality control environment preferred.

• Recent First Article Inspection experience.

• Working to ISO 9100, AS9100, EASA

• Auditing experience • Attention to detail, including numeracy.

• Ability to work on own initiative and with minimum supervision.

• Good communications and computer literacy.

• Willing to learn new skills, including programming of Laser Measuring Machine.

• Working knowledge of Excel

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• 16 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

• Working hours Monday to Thursday (Apply online only); 37-hour week

• 15 minute paid break in morning and 30 minute lunch break

• Paid on 20th of month

• Pension Plan .

• Health Cash Plan

• Life Insurance Scheme

• Employee Assistance Scheme, including GP anywhere across 24 hours

• Shopping Voucher Discounts

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