Senior Quality Inspector

M-Sport; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport company in England is seeking a Senior Quality Inspector to ensure the highest quality in manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include carrying out inspections of precision components, leading continuous improvement initiatives, and mentoring junior inspectors. The ideal candidate should have deep knowledge of manufacturing standards and hands-on experience with CMM and inspection tools. This position offers a dynamic work environment and comprehensive employee benefits designed to support a rewarding career in motorsport.

Benefits

Life assurance

Flexible working day

Company contributed pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of high-performance manufacturing standards and tolerances.
• Hands-on experience with CMM and conventional inspection equipment.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent communication skills, and keen problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed inspections of precision components.
• Approve or reject components based on quality standards.
• Lead root cause analysis and support continuous improvement.
• Contribute to quality documentation and traceability.

Skills

High-performance manufacturing standards

CMM experience

Reading engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Strong communication skills

Tools

CMM

Manual gauges

Calipers

CAD models

Job description

We’re looking for a Senior Quality Inspector to join and lead our expanding Quality Control Department. This is a critical role at the heart of our operations, ensuring that every part we manufacture, assessable, or procure is built to win – and built to last.

As a Senior Quality Inspector, you will take ownership of the inspection process across key projects, components, and assemblies. Working with both in-house teams and external suppliers, you’ll ensure that quality is never compromised, from initial receipt through to final fitment on our competition cars.

Role and responsibilities include:

• Carry out detailed inspection of precision components using a variety of tools (CMM, manual gauges, micrometres, calipers etc).
• Inspect complex engineering drawings, CAD models, and geometric tolerances (GD&T).
• Approve or reject components based on strict motorsport quality standards.
• Lead root cause analysis and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate inspection reports and contribute to quality documentation and traceability.
• Work closely with Engineering, Production, and Procurement teams to resolve quality-related issues.
• Support audits, supplier assessments, and first article inspections (FAI).
• Providing feedback to internal Department Heads in respect of quality outcomes.
• Mentoring Junior Inspectors, sharing knowledge to ensure best practice for future development.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for a self‑motivated team player with a positive and enthusiastic attitude.

• Deep understanding of high‑performance manufacturing standards and tolerances.
• Hands‑on experience with CMM (ideally both manual and programmable) and conventional inspection equipment.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Highly organised with meticulous attention to detail.
• Computer literate with strong MS Office skills.
• Skilled in multitasking and prioritising workloads under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, and a keen eye for problem solving and implementing solutions with an analytical approach.

Preferred Experience

• Proven experience in a senior or lead inspector role within motorsport, aerospace, or precision engineering.
• Familiarity with carbon fibre, composite materials, and high-performance alloys.
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems and digital quality tools.

WHY US

Operating a flourishing global motorsport business with state-of-the-art facilities at home and winning performances around the globe, M‑Sport UK provide the engineering expertise behind an award‑winning range of competition cars and has become an industry leader with success across some of the industry’s most acclaimed motorsport series.

The drive to deliver championship‑winning machinery is what excites and strengthens our technical team; and our highly skilled team of Technicians and Engineers work closely through each phase of development to deliver maximum performance on the world stage.

We love what we do, and passion drives our success.

WHAT WE OFFER

Situated on the edge of the English Lake District National Park, M‑Sport UK is unique in offering the fast‑paced, high‑octane, adrenaline‑fuelled action expected from a career in International Motorsport mere minutes from the tranquillity of the Lakeland fells and all they have to offer in terms of recreation and wellbeing.

We also offer a range of employee benefits including: life assurance, a flexible working day, company contributed pension scheme, discounted gym membership, discount reward scheme, cycle to work scheme, company healthcare plan, long service awards, and an employee assistance programme. As well as a dedicated Work Culture Team with regular meetings,