Quality Inspector - Aerospace Manufacturing - 4 Day Working Week!

Location: Southend
Salary: Up to £35,000
Benefits: Holiday allowance, Pension, Life Assurance, Healthcare, Christmas closure, excellent work-life balance

Are you an experienced Quality Inspector looking to join a leading aerospace manufacturer renowned for delivering high-quality products? This is an exceptional opportunity to take your skills to the next level with a forward-thinking company that values work-life balance. Enjoy a 4-day working week and be part of a dedicated team that takes pride in excellence and innovation.

The Role:

As a Quality Inspector, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance. Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out inspections, qualifications, First Article Inspections (FAIR), testing, and release activities on products prior to booking into Finished Goods

• Conducting detailed inspections of manufactured parts to ensure compliance with QMS and adherence to manufacturing routing and quality plans

• Ensuring product traceability, batch control, and proper handling of materials to meet regulatory and internal standards

• Applying the Release Stamp in line with QMS Stamp Control Procedures

• Monitoring and reporting on subcontractor performance, as well as scrap and rework data to support continuous improvement initiatives

• Performing testing and inspections such as Gauge R&R studies, hardness testing, conductivity testing, and bridge testing

• Working collaboratively with customers and suppliers to resolve product or quality-related concerns and drive improvements

Experience and Skills:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in quality engineering within aerospace manufacturing or a similar precision engineering environment

• Proficiency in using a range of measurement tools and equipment, including micrometers, Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), and tensile testing machines

• Solid understanding of ISO9001:2008 and AS9100 standards

• A strong background in inspection, testing, and product release processes

• Excellent communication skills and a keen eye for detail

Why Join Us?

• 4-day working week: Enjoy a better work-life balance and more time for yourself and your family

• Generous benefits: Including holiday allowance, pension contributions, life assurance, healthcare cover, and a Christmas closure to recharge and enjoy the holidays

• Career growth: Be part of a dynamic aerospace team that values continuous improvement and career development

If you are a dedicated Quality Inspector with a passion for precision and a background in aerospace manufacturing, we would love to hear from you. Submit your CV today or contact Lauren at Prime Appointments for a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity!