Job Description
Due to continuous expansion, out prestigious client has a requirement for an experienced Senior Mechanical Inspector, ideally with knowledge of using an Aberlink 3D CMM. Role Purpose The Senior Inspector is responsible for leading and controlling inspection activities for incoming, in-process and completed components, assemblies and products. The role ensures conformity with engineering drawings, specifications, customer requirements, statutory obligations and the quality management system; while providing technical leadership to the inspection team and supporting the safe, timely release of conforming product.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, prioritise and supervise daily inspection activities, allocating work to meet production and delivery requirements in line with daily production and delivery demand as outline at daily output meetings. Perform and approve incoming, first-off, in-process, final and first article inspections for all parts and assemblies. Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, bills of material and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing requirements.
Generate, validate and implement CMM inspection programs as required and maintain all programs and measurement data in line with internal procedures. Verify dimensions, tolerances, materials, finishes, workmanship and product identification using appropriate inspection methods. Ensure inspection records, certificates of conformity, release documentation and traceability records are accurate and complete.
Control non-conforming product, raise and review non-conformance reports, and support disposition through authorised review processes in line with the QMS Lead or support root-cause analysis, corrective action and containment activities with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and suppliers. Develop and maintain inspection plans, procedures, checklists and acceptance criteria appropriate to product and customer risk.
Ensure measuring and test equipment is suitable, calibrated, maintained and used correctly investigate any impact arising from out-of-calibration equipment. Maintain the company's calibration system and schedule and ensure calibration of all items are completed so no items in use fall outside calibration.
Provide technical guidance, coaching and competency assessment for inspectors, including cross training in the correct use of all measuring equipment including CMM and visual inspection equipment, The correct interpretation of drawings, specifications GD&T, metrology, document management, inspection and non-conformance reporting. Support internal, customer and regulatory audits, providing objective evidence and implementing agreed corrective actions.
Monitor inspection performance, defect trends, recurring issues and workload, and report relevant quality metrics to management. Promote right-first-time manufacture, risk-based inspection and continuous improvement across the product lifecycle. Maintain a safe, organised inspection environment in accordance with health, safety and 5S requirements. Authority and Decision-Making Accept, reject, quarantine or escalate items in accordance with approved procedures and delegated authority.
Stop inspection or production activity where there is a significant quality, safety or traceability concern. Approve inspection documentation and product release within the limits of formal authorisation. Recommend additional inspection, re-inspection, supplier action or process improvement where risk or evidence requires it. Qualifications and Experience Essential Substantial experience in mechanical inspection, metrology and manufacturing quality, including responsibility for complex or safety-critical items.
Demonstrable experience leading, supervising or mentoring an inspection team. Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and GD&T. Practical competence with precision measuring equipment such as micrometres, vernier callipers, height gauges, bore gauges, thread gauges, indicators and surface plates.
Experienced CMM programmer and operator able to train others and maintain inspection-reporting systems. (Aberlink machines and software preferred). Working knowledge of non-conformance control, root-cause analysis, corrective action and product traceability. Good understanding of AS9100 or an equivalent regulated quality management system. Relevant technical qualification, apprenticeship or equivalent demonstrable experience in mechanical engineering, manufacturing or quality.
Desirable
HNC / HND, Degree or recognised professional qualification in mechanical engineering, metrology or quality. Formal training in GD&T, CMM programming, auditing or problem-solving methods. Experience in precision engineering, aerospace, defence, energy, automotive or another highly regulated sector. Knowledge of first article inspection reporting, statistical process control and supplier quality assurance. To apply, or for more detail, please send your latest CV to or call (023) 9249 9988. For security reasons, we can only accept applications from EU / UK nationals; sponsorship is also not available.
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