Quality Inspector

Dowty, a GE Aerospace company; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Inspector to join their Inspection department. This role involves ensuring compliance with CAA regulations while inspecting supply chain products and overseeing the release of OEM products. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, a methodical approach to problem-solving, and proficiency in quality systems and inspection techniques. You will play a vital role in promoting the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction, contributing to the continuous improvement of processes and products. If you are passionate about quality assurance in aerospace, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Non-contributory Pension

Life Assurance

Group Income Protection

Private Medical Cover

Flexible Holiday Options

Qualifications

• Experience with Quality Systems and ISO regulations.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and processes.
• Demonstrated use of various inspection tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of supply chain products and ensure compliance.
• Support the Inspection Leader in achieving business goals.
• Control non-conforming products and promote quality standards.

Skills

Quality Systems Experience

ISO Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Techniques

Inspection Skills

Education

Understanding of English

Tools

Oracle

TipQA

Syteline

CMM Programming

ERP Systems

MS Office

Job description

Job Description Summary

To work in the Inspection department reporting to the Inspection Leader. As a Quality Inspector your role will include the inspection of supply chain products, release of OEM products under CAA regulations, Inspection and Release of Maintenance, Repaired & Overhauled products, ensuring both conformity and compliance. You will be an integral part of the PMS promoting the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

Role

The role will encompass activities associated with the Inspection function in an aerospace environment. The key aspects of the role are as follows:

• Support the Inspection Leader achieve business goals.
• Promote company ethos.
• CAA Part 21 & P145 release of Propellers Kits and Control Units under CAA and other regulations.
• Inspection of components received from our supplier’s ensuring conformity and compliance.
• Final view of manufactured products.
• Control of non-conforming products
  
  

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must be able to understand, read and write English.
• Have experience of working with Quality Systems and a sound knowledge of ISO, AS & Inspection sampling plans.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, processes and documented procedures.
• Demonstrate a wide set of inspection skills, experience and knowledge.
• Analytical and methodical approach to complex situations and technical issues.
• Ability to use structured problem-solving techniques.
• Demonstrate use of a wide variety of gauges and measuring equipment to include Hardness Testing, Surface Analyser, Profile Projector, etc.
• IT literate – use of ERP system and using MS office tools.
  
  

Desired Characteristics

• Demonstrate personal drive and motivation to identify and implement process improvements.
• Neat handwriting - This is a requirement for CAA Part 21 & P145 release.
• Be able to work quickly and accurately.
• Encourage an environment of continuous improvement.
• Experience with Oracle, TipQA and Syteline applications.
• Effective communication skills and ability to interact at all levels.
• The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate role flexibility and work within a team environment.
• Should be able to work under their own initiative whilst still supporting the team structure.
• CMM operating and programming experience.
  
  

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell
  
  

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No