Senior Quality Inspector & CMM Lead — Multi-Site

Owen Daniels; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Owen Daniels is seeking an experienced Chief Inspector to lead the inspection function across multiple sites in the Gloucester area. You will own inspection standards, methods, and plans, and directly influence first article acceptance and product conformance.

This hands-on role requires strong CMM programming experience with PC-DMIS and the ability to read GD&T drawings, working within aerospace/composites or precision engineering environments.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in senior inspection or metrology roles within manufacturing.
• Strong CMM programming and operation experience.
• Proficiency with PC-DMIS software.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience with aerospace/composites/precision engineering environments.
• Understanding of AS9100 and ISO9001 standards.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead inspection activities across multiple sites.
• Own inspection standards, methods, procedures and inspection plans.
• Program and operate CMMs using PC-DMIS.
• Perform dimensional and visual inspections on composites and metals.
• Inspect incoming, in-process, and finished assemblies.
• Review drawings, CAD models, specs, and GD&T.
• Approve FAIRs per AS9102.
• Manage Certificates of Conformity and release docs.
• Support Gauge R&R and MSA activities.
• Be first contact for non-conforming products/MRB.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Manage calibration and traceability of equipment.
• Support internal, customer and third-party audits.
• Drive continuous quality improvement and yield.
• Mentor inspection personnel across sites.

Skills

CMM programming

PC-DMIS

Aerospace/Composites exp

GD&T reading

Engineering drawings

Tools

PC-DMIS software

CMM equipment

Job description

Owen Daniels is seeking an experienced Chief Inspector to lead the inspection function across multiple sites in the Gloucester area. You will own inspection standards, methods, and plans, and directly influence first article acceptance and product conformance.

This hands-on role requires strong CMM programming experience with PC-DMIS and the ability to read GD&T drawings, working within aerospace/composites or precision engineering environments.