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Quality Inspector

Job Posted: 24 days ago

Salary: £ 35,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Chelmsford, Essex

Expire in: 4 days

Job Description

Senior Quality Inspector 

Chelmsford | Precision Engineering / Aerospace Manufacturing
 Hours: 4-day week, Monday to Thursday, 6am-4pm

Our client, a precision manufacturing business supplying high-mix components to demanding sectors including aerospace, is looking for a Senior Quality Inspector to join their factory quality function.

This is a technical authority role, going beyond routine inspection. You'll take ownership of complex inspections, advanced metrology, audit readiness, and quality problem-solving, while supporting and mentoring inspectors and production teams.

Key Responsibilities

Inspect complex products against drawings, specifications, and customer requirements
Own First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) to AS9102 and customer standards
Program and operate CMM inspections (PC-DMIS)
Use handheld metrology and optical/3D scanning as needed
Make conformity, containment, and release decisions on complex quality issues
Lead non-conformance investigations, MRRs, root cause analysis, and CAPA
Support 8D problem-solving for customer returns or escapes
Take part in third-party and regulatory audits (ISO, CAA, FAA), representing the business with customers and suppliers
Improve inspection methods, documentation, and quality processes
Mentor Quality Inspectors and production teams 

Essential Skills & Experience

Experience as a Quality Inspector in precision engineering, ideally aerospace
Advanced CMM programming and operation (PC-DMIS preferred)
Strong interpretation of engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications
Experience producing and maintaining FAIRs (VisualFAIR an advantage)
Able to explain quality findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Sound judgement and strong problem-solving in quality decisions 

Desirable

Formal qualifications in Engineering, Metrology, or Quality
Experience with optical tracking or 3D scanning systems
Machining and metals background
Experience working directly with customers and suppliers on quality topics 

Benefits

4 day week
Leading medical plan
Life Insurance 

Interested in this Senior Quality Inspector role? Apply now today.

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