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Product Inspection Manager - Manufacturing
Job Posted: 4 days ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 64,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Gillingham
Expire in: 24 days
Job Description
Product Inspection Manager
Location: Gillingham, Kent
Salary: Up to £64,000 + benefits
Sector: Engineering / Automotive / Advanced Manufacturing
An exciting opportunity has opened for a Product Inspection Manager to lead a high-performing team at a cutting-edge engineering and manufacturing site. The role offers a unique chance to support the development of next-generation combustion engine technologies with a focus on carbon reduction and sustainability.
You will manage the inspection function, supporting key engineering activities such as product validation and new product development. This role is well-suited to a technical leader with experience in dimensional metrology, lab management, and a background in automotive or precision engineering environments.
Key Responsibilities:
· Lead and develop a team of inspection engineers and technicians, ensuring skill progression and high performance.
· Manage workload and resource planning across multiple simultaneous engineering projects.
· Drive continuous improvement and ensure conformance with EH&S and quality systems.
· Oversee engineering sample inspections and provide timely, accurate datasets and reporting.
· Champion 5S and workplace organisation within the lab environment.
· Lead training and management of specialist metrology and inspection equipment.
· Represent the team at customer and supplier engagements, and within internal reviews.
· Maintain calibration schedules and ensure equipment reliability.
Required Skills & Experience:
· Prior experience managing a technical team or laboratory environment.
· Background in automotive or advanced manufacturing, with hands-on understanding of inspection best practices.
· Deep knowledge of dimensional metrology, GD&T, surface finish measurement, and complex engineering drawings.
· Experience with 3D metrology tools, optical inspection, visual imaging, and measurement programming.
· Familiarity with diesel common rail injection systems or similar high-precision engineering products is advantageous.
· Strong stakeholder communication and the ability to work cross-functionally.
· Programming or automation experience using MATLAB, Python, or VBA is a plus.
· A problem-solving, self-starting attitude with the ability to manage risk and resolve conflicts effectively.
What’s on Offer:
· Base salary up to £64,000
· Hybrid working policy (up to 2 days WFH after probation)
· £6,000 relocation package available
· 25 days holiday + bank holidays
· Company pension scheme, dental plan, employee assistance programme
· Subsidised on-site restaurant, gym access and local discounts
· Free on-site parking
This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive, innovation-led business with a strong commitment to engineering excellence and sustainability.
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