Quality Inspector

Mane Contract Services; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quality control firm in the UK is seeking a skilled Quality Inspector to join their team for a 24-month fixed term contract. The ideal candidate will conduct manual inspections and support new product introductions, ensuring manufacturing standards are met. Applicants should have an HNC/HND in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering, with experience in manual inspection methods. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively are essential, alongside knowledge of tools like Zeiss Calypso.

Qualifications

• Experience in First Article inspections for complex parts and assemblies.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and lead daily activities.
• Extensive knowledge of manual inspection methods and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct manual inspections and support Machinist inspectors.
• Provide training for Operator Inspectors.
• Collaborate with the Quality Team to enhance manufacturing processes.

Skills

Manual inspection methods

Interpret complex engineering drawings

Communication skills

Technical support for NPI

Lean initiatives support

Root Cause and Corrective Action

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Zeiss Calypso

PC-DMIS

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Quality Inspector to join our Quality Control team for a 24-month fixed term contract. This role is crucial in supporting our manufacturing NPI processes by ensuring the quality and precision of both internally produced and supply chain products. You will be responsible for conducting manual inspections, supporting the Machinist inspectors and Quality Team in maintaining our manufacturing standards.

Reporting To

Manager, Quality Control

Work Schedule

Day shift: Monday to Thursday - 7:30/8:00 AM to 4:15/5:00 PM. Fridays - 7:30/8:00 AM to 11:30 AM or noon. Occassionally, overtime and additional shifts may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Using hand tools such as micrometers, height gauges, shadowgraph and vision systems, etc.
• Provide technical support for new product introductions (NPI).
• Perform Manual inspections using hand tools, vision systems and assembly final inspections.
• Provide technical support and training for Operator Inspectors
• Non-conformance report writing; Perform inspections using Zeiss Calypso and PC-DMIS systems.
• Conduct AS9102 First Article Inspections on piece parts, LRU level assemblies and CMM program prove outs.
• Collaborate with the Quality Team to enhance manufacturing processes.
• Support lean initiatives and cost reduction activities.
• Provide support for investigations with complicated solutions.
• Provide cross-functional inspection support for other areas of the department.

Skills and Experience

• HNC/HND in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• First Article measurements for complex parts and assemblies
• First Article report generation (Q-Pulse)
• Strong ability to interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Able to work with minimum supervision and lead daily activities
• Zeiss experience desirable
• Able to read complex engineering drawings
• CMM prove out and report verification desirable
• Extensive knowledge of manual inspection methods and equipment
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively at all levels.
• Aerospace experience is a plus.
• Analytical abilities to drive Root Cause and Corrective Action to tackle difficult technical challenges
• Six Sigma training (Green Belt) desirable
• Exposure to, and experience of using, PPAP and APQP processes would be an advantage.

Additional

We review applications on an ongoing basis, and the job posting will be closed once a suitable candidate is selected. We recommend all interested individuals to apply as soon as possible.

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that 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.