Chief Quality Inspector PPAP / FAIRs – Aerospace Precision Engineering Basildon, Essex Permanent Position Working Hours: * 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Monday to Thursday * 8:00 am – 3:30 pm Friday We’re partnered with an established aerospace precision engineering business supplying high-quality, bespoke components to leading OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. Due to continued growth, they’re looking for an experienced Chief Quality Inspector / Quality Inspection Team Leader to take ownership of the inspection function and lead a small team. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who is technically strong, organised and confident taking ownership of PPAP, FAIRs and dimensional inspection within a precision manufacturing environment. The Role You’ll lead and coordinate a small team of two Quality Inspectors, while remaining hands-on with first-off, in-process and final inspection. You’ll work closely with Production and Engineering to maintain quality standards, resolve issues and ensure customer requirements are met. What You’ll Be Doing * Leading and coordinating a team of two Quality Inspectors * Planning inspection workloads and setting daily priorities * Carrying out firstoff, in-process and final inspection * Taking ownership of FAIRs / First Article Inspection Reports * Preparing and managing PPAP documentation and submissions * Interpreting engineering drawings, specifications and GD&T * Supporting nonconformance investigations and quality issues * Ensuring inspection equipment is correctly used and calibrated * Maintaining accurate inspection and quality records * Working closely with Production and Engineering * Mentoring and developing the inspection team * Supporting continuous improvement across quality processes What We’re Looking For * Proven experience within precision engineering or aerospace manufacturing * Previous experience as a Senior Quality Inspector, Chief Inspector, Inspection Team Leader or similar * Strong handson dimensional inspection experience * Proven experience with FAIRs / First Article Inspection Reports * Good working knowledge of PPAP * Strong understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T * Experience leading, mentoring or coordinating a small inspection team * Strong organisational and problemsolving skills * Aerospace experience highly advantageous What’s On Offer * Competitive salary – DOE * 21 days holiday plus bank holidays * Sage benefits * Company pension scheme * Overtime available at 1.5x hourly rate * Opportunity to lead a small quality inspection team * Longterm opportunity within an established aerospace precision engineering business If you’re an experienced Quality Inspector / Chief Inspector looking to take ownership of a quality function within a specialist aerospace manufacturing environment, I’d be interested in hearing from you. Please apply via the link and I’ll be in touch for a confidential discussion
Chief Quality Inspector - PPAP / FAIRs in Basildon employer: Adore Recruitment Ltd
Join a dynamic and supportive team in Essex, where your Chemistry degree can lead to a fulfilling career in manufacturing. With comprehensive training, long-term career progression, and exposure to advanced production operations, this role offers a unique opportunity to grow within a specialist environment that prioritises safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
