Senior Inspection Team Lead

Booth Welsh Ltd

Glasgow

1 year ago

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Are you ready to lead a dedicated inspection team at the forefront of high-precision manufacturing? Our client, a distinguished provider of advanced manufacturing services with facilities across the UK and Poland, is seeking an exceptionalSenior Inspection Team Leadfor their Glasgow facility.

As Senior Inspection Team Lead, you'll oversee a specialist team of inspection professionals, combining your technical mastery with leadership acumen to deliver excellence in quality assurance. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape inspection standards, mentor talented professionals, and drive innovation across the organisation.

Your expertise will shine as you master the Technical Landscape. You'll harness your advanced knowledge of CMM programming, working with both Zeiss and PCDMIS software to create sophisticated measurement programmes from 2D and 3D data.

Your keen eye for detail will ensure optimal probe selection and fixturing solutions, while your analytical skills will drive effective problem-solving through comprehensive CMM reporting and analysis. Lead with Vision Your leadership will inspire a small but vital team, fostering a culture of precision and continuous improvement. Through mentoring, training, and clear guidance, you'll develop your team's capabilities whilst maintaining exceptional quality standards. As the go-to expert for inspection challenges, you'll ensure swift resolution of technical issues and maintain seamless operations.

Taking charge of first-off inspections, you'll utilise diverse measurement techniques to ensure impeccable quality standards. Your methodical approach to non-conformance management and Initial Sample Inspection Reports will uphold our reputation for excellence, while your oversight of shop floor inspection activities will maintain consistently high standards.

Your innovative mindset will identify opportunities for process improvement, working collaboratively across departments to implement positive changes and enhance overall efficiency.

You'll bring:

Extensive experience with precision measurement techniques, particularly CMM operation and programming
Practical expertise in Zeiss/PCDMIS software, ideally with DEA CMM machines
A proven track record in creating detailed technical documentation and procedures
Significant experience in aerospace, defence, space, or automotive sectors
Demonstrated leadership abilities and a talent for team development
Outstanding attention to detail and technical proficiency
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach
A passion for quality and continuous improvement

If you're ready to take your career to the next level in a role that combines technical excellence with leadership opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join a team where precision meets possibility.

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