Lead QA Inspection Team — Drive Quality & Precision

Red Bull; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

A pension scheme

On-site gym

Free daily food allowance

Job summary

Red Bull Advanced Technologies is seeking a talented QA Inspection Team Lead to lead our QA inspection team and uphold the highest standards of quality and efficiency. You will guide the team to ensure components meet specifications, collaborate with engineering to resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement across shifts.

You will manage data and reporting within business systems, maintain a compliant working environment, and help deliver on‑time internal customer commitments.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in QA teams.
• Strong knowledge of geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T).
• Familiarity with inspection tools and metrology software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high‑performing QA inspection team across locations.
• Maintain high quality and safety standards in all activities.
• Ensure team has the tools, equipment and environment needed to work effectively.
• Identify and develop team capability and ensure right skills across shifts.
• Collaborate with Production Control to deliver priorities and smooth progression of parts.
• Provide clear updates on performance, issues and risks within the department.
• Manage inspection data and NCRs, and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

GD&T knowledge

Tools

Polyworks

PCDMIS

Job description

Red Bull Advanced Technologies is seeking a talented QA Inspection Team Lead to lead our QA inspection team and uphold the highest standards of quality and efficiency. You will guide the team to ensure components meet specifications, collaborate with engineering to resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement across shifts.

You will manage data and reporting within business systems, maintain a compliant working environment, and help deliver on‑time internal customer commitments.