Thompson Aero Seating Ltd | Quality Inspector

The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that all products are manufactured to the required quality and design standards. They will also be responsible for identifying and raising non-conformances and any quality related areas for improvement to the Operations and Quality teams to ensure a prompt resolution. Two week rotating shift pattern Week Monday – Friday Week Monday – Thursday (Fridays Off) 8 hour shifts Shift Premium discussed at interview Responsibilities Perform independent product verification checks to ensure parts conform to drawings and design specifications. Be able to work to tight tolerances required in a machine shop environment. Follows general inspection guidelines to conduct cosmetic, dimensional, mechanical, and functional inspections on a wide variety of components and materials. Follow all health & safety procedures and report accidents and near misses. Provide direct feedback to the area’s Quality Assurance Engineer, Lead, Technical Lead and Operators after each formal inspection. Participate in Material Review Boards and authorise or reject proposed product dispositions (Use As-Is, Rework, Scrap and Return to Vendor). Offer recommendations to resolve recurring deficiencies found during inspections. Where necessary conduct first article inspection of parts. Maintain necessary inspection logs and write inspection reports. Provide training as required to address deficiencies identified during audits/inspection. Participate in start of shift meetings to ensure clear understanding of planned activities and targets. Conduct daily product audits using the product audit checklist. Ensure inspection areas are always clean, tidy and FOD free. Report any/all unapproved rework to Quality Assurance Engineer and Assembly/Manufacturing Manager. Ensure all paperwork for product is correctly controlled during inspection. Ensure complete handover to counterpart on next shift. Reward Competitive salary Annual bonus (linked to company performance) 33 days annual leave 37.5 hours per week Flexi time working £5,000 employee referral bonus Health cash plan Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Life Assurance Scheme at x4 gross salary Competitive enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay IVF & Assisted Conception Policy Dedicated employee parking Employee Recognition scheme Long Service Awards Wellbeing Initiatives Discounted Gym membership Local charity / sponsorship activities Learning and development opportunities Career progression Requirements Essential 1 year’s previous experience in a Quality role/ Quality environment. Proficient in using Microsoft Word and functionalities within Excel. Working knowledge of a Quality Management System (QMS). 1 year’s experience working in a Manufacturing environment. Machine Shop experience or a strong appreciation for machining processes. Educated to a minimum of GCSE Level, with Grade C or above in Maths and English and/ or a recognised engineering apprenticeship. Machine Shop apprenticeship or engineeing background. Able to demonstrate experience using calibrated inspection measurement tools such as micrometres and callipers etc. to required tolerances. Ability to perform inspections using inspection instructions, documentation, and standard/ required processes. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and/ or instructions. Capacity to think analytically and formulate decisions driven by data. Desirable CMM experience (usage & programming). Ability to complete FAIR’s to AS9102. We reserve the right to enhance criteria on shortlisting. Thompson Aero Seating is an Equal Opportunities employer. The closing date for applications is the 26th January 2025 at 17:00. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.