Inspector in Hampshire

Quality Control Inspector – Machine Shop Permanent position, preferred location: Havant.

What you will be doing:

• The machine shop operates across five cells producing seals and bearings for the marine sector and various navies around the globe.
• Responsible for inspecting components at various stages through the production process, including final inspection.
• Raise non‑conformances in accordance with the non‑conformance process.
• Perform extra duties or special projects when requested.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and related documentation such as purchase orders and concessions.
• Communicate effectively with the Quality Assurance department and/or management regarding quality control issues.
• Inspect as per current procedure and specification and release parts to stores, assembly and packaging areas.
• Collate and record traceability details to assist QA with MDR quality packs and class visits.
• Apply problem‑solving techniques to support root‑cause analysis and investigations.
• Flexibility is key for this position with a wide variety of duties to be carried out safely and accurately, working toward our OTIF (On Time In Full) target.
• Capable of carrying out tasks individually as well as working effectively as part of the logistics team.
• Maintain a safe working environment and high standard of housekeeping.

Responsibilities:

• Possess general knowledge of quality system regulations and international standards.
• Utilize inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, thread gauges to verify dimensions and specifications.
• Work closely with quality control inspectors, project engineering, quality engineering and manufacturing to ensure compliance with process work documents.
• Ensure in‑process inspections are completed per engineering specifications during production.
• Perform mechanical, visual and dimensional inspections of parts using hand tools.
• Potentially perform CMM programming and inspection if trained or experienced.
• Communicate with supply quality assurance engineer on quality issues.
• Attach correct labeling to outside storage cartons/pallets; store product in warehouse and adjust inventory in the system.
• Derive measurements from engineering drawings for visual dimensional inspection of purchased or manufactured products.
• Execute any other duties as required.
• Communicate with all operational teams to ensure proactive actions meet OTIF.
• Drive continuous improvement of processes and procedures.
• Perform all duties safely following health and safety procedures.

Qualifications:

• Mechanical and electrical component inspection experience.
• Basic mechanical inspection tools and dimensional hand tools.
• FDA, GMP, ISO 13485 knowledge.
• Experience in a production or engineering environment is essential.
• Understanding of health and safety environment and procedures.
• Mechanical/assembly aptitude; ability to read and understand drawings.
• Minimum five years of mechanical inspection experience desirable.
• Effective communication skills with co‑workers.
• Flexibility to work across logistics operations teams.
• Ideally educated to college standard, mechanical apprenticeship or solid experience in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with industry standard computer packages (e.g., Microsoft Office, MRP systems).
• Good knowledge and understanding of SAP.

Legal Statement:

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job‑relevant merits and abilities. Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.