Inspector L3

Magellan Aerospace, Llay Wrexham has an exciting opportunity for a Level 3 Inspector. This is a full‑time permanent contract, working 42 hours per week with shifts from 7am to 7pm, including alternate weekends, at the Llay, Wrexham site.

Perks and Benefits

• A company culture that promotes work life balance
• Access to mental health support
• Business performance related bonus
• Career development opportunities
• Commitment to continued learning and development
• Perkbox – monthly treats and discounts from selected restaurants, cinemas, shops, etc.
• Long Service Awards
• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
• Free parking

Essential Responsibilities

• Use a variety of inspection tools safely and competently
• Use complex inspection equipment, such as CMM and/or electronic measuring equipment
• Complete concessions raise NCRs and minor rework forms as required when non‑conforming product has been identified
• Final release of parts to customer signing certificates of conformity
• Participate in 8D investigations where required
• Complete first and final inspection of a variety of small and large components and assemblies
• Full inspection for FAI and prove‑out
• Interpret, follow and read engineering drawings and SOPs without supervision
• Directly and proactively suggest improvements to processes, particularly with new product introduction within the customer specification
• Process and make recommendations regarding quality issues
• Liaise with quality, production and engineering teams to improve quality
• Support problem‑solving root cause and corrective action activities
• Attend daily SQCDP meetings and provide feedback as required
• Conduct inspection activities within agreed time scales to meet sales targets
• Ensure all monitoring and measuring equipment is within calibration before use; escalated any out‑of‑calibration equipment to the inspection team leader
• Carry out operations safely with regard to own and others' safety and dispose of waste correctly
• Maintain high standards of 6S and directly offer improvements

Position Requirements

• Academic: Engineering trade qualification or recognised NVQ at level 3 in machining or inspection, or similar relevant qualification and/or apprenticeship
• Experience: Aerospace parts manufacture including treatments, Product inspection to drawing, Processing of non‑conforming parts and completion of NCRs, CMM experience

Key Competencies

• Communication skills
• Decision making
• Problem solving
• Multi‑tasking
• Flexible and agile mindset

Other Skills/Abilities

• Skills: Verbal and written communication skills, Good hand‑to‑eye coordination, Reporting skills, Problem‑solving skills
• Abilities: Good IT skills, Work well under pressure

Personal Attributes

• Working on own initiative
• Self‑motivated
• Strong quality focus

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, defence and space agencies worldwide. The organization officially adopted the name “Magellan Aerospace Corporation” in 1996; deriving it from the intrepid explorer Ferdinand Magellan. His global exploits at the turn of the 15th century established a number of firsts, so the company’s vision has been to carry this same legacy into the future of the aerospace industry. At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!