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Quality Inspection Team Leader
Brackley
Permanent, Full-Time
£31,200 - £35,000 DOE
Monday to Friday No shift work Overtime available Christmas shutdown & bank holidays off
About the Role
We're seeking an experienced Quality Inspection Team Leader to join our client, a leading manufacturer of automotive components. This is a hands-on role where you'll perform quality inspections and lead a small team to ensure that all products meet exacting customer and company standards. We are looking for someone who has previous experience as a Quality Inspector Supervisor or Team Leader in engineering or manufacturing, ideally within the automotive or carbon fibre sectors. (Applications from food manufacturing backgrounds cannot be considered.)
Key Responsibilities
Lead and support the daily activities of the inspection team to meet schedules, quality standards, and on-time delivery targets.
Review and resolve customer issues, including assessing borderline components.
Ensure all inspected parts meet customer requirements for carbon fibre, lacquer, and paint standards, both mid-process and pre-dispatch.
Collaborate with other departments to rework non-conforming products.
Record and communicate non-conformances in the internal quality database.
Maintain compliance with company procedures and ensure all measuring equipment is calibrated and operational.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Work closely with the Goods Out team to prioritise workload and allocate labour effectively.Essential Experience & Skills
Proven ability to manage a small team, meet daily targets, and handle recruitment, absence, disciplinary matters, and performance reviews
Solid understanding of inspection processes and quality standards.
Proficient in using Romer Arm and Power Inspect Software - this is essential.
Previous experience in a quality inspection supervisory or team leader role including handling non-conformances.
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing workloads - flexibility is key.
Strong leadership with a positive, hands-on attitude and a focus on teamwork.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Consistent awareness of Health & Safety procedures.
Experience inspecting paint finishes and knowledge of composite manufacturing processes.Benefits
£31,200 - £35,000 DOE
31 days' holiday (including bank holidays)
Company pension
Private healthcare
Christmas shutdownIf you're looking for a new challenge in a leadership role that offers a strong work-life balance, apply now with your CV.
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