At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team of quality inspectors and ensure top-notch production standards.
- Company: Join a specialist manufacturing client in a dynamic industrial environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £55,000 and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Hands-on role with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on quality control and team development in manufacturing.
- Qualifications: Experience in manufacturing and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 55000 £ per year.
Location: Chard, Somerset
Job type: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm, Thursday 7:30pm - 4pm & Friday 7:30pm - 1pm
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Are you an experienced Quality Supervisor looking for your next challenge? We are recruiting for our specialist manufacturing client in Chard to join their established production team at their Somerset factory. This is a key leadership position within a high-performing industrial environment, offering the opportunity to play a hands-on role in quality, production support, team development and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities:
- Leading and supporting a team of quality inspectors, including workload planning, coaching and development
- Managing inspection activities including dimensional checks, visual inspection, and non-destructive testing methods
- Investigating quality issues, managing non-conformities, and implementing corrective and preventative actions
- Maintaining accurate quality documentation and records
- Supporting customer quality enquiries, complaints and investigations
- Monitoring workflow, productivity and operational performance
- Supporting trials, process improvements, and new product introductions
- Ensuring alloy and material conformity through effective quality controls
- Training operators in inspection techniques, measurement equipment and quality procedures
About you:
- Experience working within a manufacturing, engineering, casting, or foundry environment
- Previous experience supervising or leading a team
- A strong understanding of quality control processes and inspection methods
- Knowledge of manufacturing defects, root cause analysis, and corrective action processes
- Familiarity with problem-solving tools such as 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa or PDCA
- Understanding of quality standards and compliance requirements
- The ability to interpret technical information and work with production teams to resolve issues
Closing date is 21/07/26
Quality Supervisor employer: Hawk 3 Talent Solutions
Hawk 3 Talent Solutions is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Plymouth where proactive individuals can thrive. With a comprehensive benefits package and a strong focus on employee growth, this role not only supports senior management but also provides opportunities for long-term career development in a collaborative and supportive culture.
