Source Inspection

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1 year ago

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We are currently looking for someone to carry out Source Inspection In response to a number of escapes.The customer wishes to implement an independent inspection, with the following being required:

Visually inspect castings at the customer facility, focusing on specific set of part numbers as provided by the customer.
Inspect each part based upon a defined set of characteristics
Manage a weekly estimated volume of approximately (Apply online only) castings.
Documents all inspection activity via a Verify provided Inspection Record.
Document any non-conformities and raise them to an appropriate customer point of contact.
Provide bi-weekly detailed reports on inspection findings.

Required skills and experience:
Minimum of 3-years previous experience within an aerospace / defence manufacturing environment, specifically within inspection-based roles
Hands-on visual inspection experience, including the use of magnifiers and other inspection aids.
Experience of castings highly advantageous.
Proficiency with mechanical inspection equipment (should dimensional verification be required)
Knowledge of containment processes and procedures
Strong communications skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to prioritise workload to meet business needs.

The role is confirmed till the 28th Feb, but expected to be extended for another 3 months +.

The role is inside IR35

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