Chief Inspector

Chief Inspector
Gloucester Based | Travel to Swindon Site Twice Per Week.
Competitive Salary + Benefits
Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Chief Inspector, Senior Quality Inspector, Lead Inspector or Quality Engineer looking for an opportunity to play a key role within a rapidly growing advanced manufacturing business? Do you have strong CMM programming experience, PC-DMIS knowledge, and a background within aerospace, composites, or precision engineering manufacturing?
We are supporting an innovative manufacturing organisation in their search for a Chief Inspector to join their expanding operation. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of the inspection function across multiple sites, ensuring the highest standards of quality are maintained as production scales.
As Chief Inspector, you will be the senior authority for inspection activities, taking responsibility for final product acceptance, inspection strategy, and quality compliance. This is a hands-on position where you will remain actively involved in programming and operating CMM equipment while helping shape the future of the inspection department.

Chief Inspector
Job Descriptions

Leading inspection activities across multiple manufacturing sites
Owning inspection standards, methods, procedures and inspection plans
Programming and operating CMM equipment using PC-DMIS software
Conducting dimensional and visual inspections of composite and metallic components
Inspecting incoming materials, in-process products and finished assemblies
Reviewing engineering drawings, CAD models, specifications and GD&T requirements
Approving First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) in line with AS9102 requirements
Managing Certificates of Conformity and final product release documentation
Supporting Gauge R&R studies and measurement system analysis activities
Acting as the first point of contact for non-conforming product and MRB activities
Supporting root cause investigations and corrective action implementation
Managing calibration activities and ensuring traceability of inspection equipment
Supporting internal, customer and third-party audits
Driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency and first-pass yield
Providing guidance and technical support to inspection personnel across both sites 
Chief Inspector
Essential Experience & Qualifications

Previous experience in a senior inspection, quality inspection or metrology role
Strong CMM programming and operation experience
Good working knowledge of PC-DMIS software
Experience inspecting precision-engineered components within a manufacturing environment
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
Experience working with CAD models and extracting inspection data
Familiarity with metrology equipment including CMMs, micrometres, verniers and height gauges
Understanding of AS9100 and ISO9001 quality standards
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent communication skills and confidence working with production and engineering teams
Ability to maintain quality standards within a fast-paced manufacturing environment 
Due to the nature of the work undertaken, applicants must be eligible to comply with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) requirements