Senior Composite Quality Inspector

Melton Mowbray
3 weeks ago
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RIGHT TO WORK IN UK REQUIRED, THIS ROLE DOES NOT PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP
Who
Our Leicestershire based client is a leading manufacturer of Composite and GRP components, offering complete engineering solutions to it’s customers in sectors such as F1, Motorsport, Automotive, Aerospace, Marine and more. Now embarking on a new and exciting part of their story, our client now has the following opportunity.
What
We are looking for an experienced Quality Inspector to manage the day-to-day running of our client’s Inspection department to help them continue to deliver high quality components.
Senior Inspector Role responsibilities: –

  • Manage the day-to-day activities of the Inspection department.
  • Supervise the team of quality inspectors for daily tasks.
  • Manage priorities to delivery components on time.
  • Schedule workload through the QC department to meet the required schedules including working with other internal departments requirements.
  • Undertake and plan the department training needs / skills gaps.
  • Work with the Quality team for issuing NCR’s in an acceptable timeframe.
  • Identify metrology needs and install any training as required.
  • Look for opportunities for continuous improvement within the department.
  • Develop internal processes and procedures to improve the QC as agreed with the Quality Manager.
  • Aid the Quality department with identifying root cause and corrective actions as required.
  • Liaise with Engineering department for conclusions of NCR’s and any corrective actions on drawings.
    This is where you come in
    Required Experience of the Senior Inspector: –
  • Read and understand detailed drawings and documentation.
  • Experience of a Quality role within Composites and Automotive.
  • Good working knowledge of Polyworks Software.
  • Previous scheduling experience is desirable.
  • Used to working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Understand and compare product against visual standards.
  • Promote adherence to the ISO 9001.2015 standard requirements.
  • Understand the strengths and weaknesses of different geometrical alignments.
    Required Skills of the Senior Inspector: –
  • Ability to communicate to all levels across the business effectively.
  • Ability to work to tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
  • Manage and motivate the Inspection Team.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy levels.
  • Excellent organisational skills.
    Schedule
    Monday to Friday
    8am – 5pm
    Flexibility Required at certain times to meet business requirements
    Benefits
    23 days holiday plus bank holidays
    Holiday Buy/Sell options
    Company pension
    Flexible schedule
    Wellness programme
    Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
    If you want to be a part of a great team, during an exciting evolution, that will provide you with an environment in which to flourish by investing into your future, then we look forward to hearing from you

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