This role offers an exciting opportunity to ensure the quality and compliance of parts and assemblies within a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Role Purpose
Monitor and validate the quality of parts and/or assemblies
Provide specialist inspection capability across business functions
Ensure compliance with and improvement of the Quality Management System
Key Responsibilities
Inspect partially and fully completed assemblies to engineering requirements
Conduct patrol inspection of random stages to ensure compliance to drawing and process
Raise NCRs for non-conforming products detected at the goods-in stage
Support production detected non-conformities when required
Provide ad-hoc inspection/measurement support for specific demands
Liaise with manufacturing staff to help resolve queries
Review completed supplier-generated FAIs and Grade 1 part control plans
Compile FAIRs for internal assembly work to provide evidence of conformity
Support supplier quality engineers where appropriate
Perform sample product audits of ship-to-stock parts
Support the internal calibration programme for measurement equipment
Co-operate with management to meet legal duties and ensure health and safety
Job Requirements
Familiarity with general inspection techniques and their appropriate selection
Knowledge of assembly inspection is advantageous
Understanding of AS9102 FAIR requirements
Ability to read and interrogate engineering drawings including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Familiarity with general non-conformance processes
Ability to manage the balance between independence and willingness to re-assess with new information
Competence in interacting with suppliers and internal customers
Basic understanding of Microsoft Office packages
Competencies
Attention to detail and meticulous approach
Strong commitment to quality and standards
Ability to deliver on promises
Independence and data-based decision making
Passion for quality and doing the right thing
Effective team working and proactive engagement
Willingness to learn and strive for continuous improvement
Problem-solving skills and a right-first-time approach
Qualifications / Experience
Experience working in an inspection environment
Good working knowledge of quality standards such as AS9100, AS9110, and AS9102
Previous experience in the inspection of aircraft assemblies is preferred
Experience with proactive and preventive quality techniques
If you are an experienced Quality Inspector looking for a permanent position in the aerospace sector, we encourage you to apply now and join our client's dedicated team in Wimborne