Chief Quality Inspector

Salary: £16.00 - £20.16 per hour + £2,700 Team Leader Allowance
Hours: Monday - Thursday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Friday 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Confidential – Precision Engineering Business
Overtime Available – Paid at 1.5x before/after shift & Saturdays

Are you a highly skilled Quality Inspector with strong CMM programming experience looking for a leadership role in a precision engineering environment? We are working with a business that is investing in its Quality function and looking for a Chief Quality Inspector to lead from the front!

The Role:

This is a hands-on leadership position, with a 70/30 split between CMM programming & Quality team management. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality standards are met while leading a team of four inspectors (one of whom is on permanent nights).

Key Responsibilities

CMM Programming & Inspection:

Programming and operating CMMs (Mcosmos software preferred)
Conducting first-off, in-process, and final inspections
Ensuring compliance with customer & industry specifications

Leadership & Team Management:

Overseeing a team of 4 Quality Inspectors
Providing training, mentorship & technical guidance
Driving a culture of quality excellence & continuous improvement

Quality Control & Assurance:

Working to tight tolerances within a high-precision manufacturing environment
Supporting root cause analysis & corrective actions
Ensuring all relevant documentation & reports are completed accurately

What We’re Looking For:

Experienced Quality Inspector with strong CMM programming skills (ideally Mcosmos software)
Proven leadership skills – experience managing or mentoring a team
Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings & GD&T
A strong problem solver & communicator, with a keen eye for detail
A quality-driven mindset with continuous improvement experience

What’s On Offer?

Salary: £16.00 - £20.16 per hour + £2,700 Team Leader Allowance
Hours: Monday - Thursday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM / Friday 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Overtime: Paid at 1.5x before/after shifts & Saturdays
Career Development: Work for a company investing in its Quality team & processes

If you’re looking for an opportunity to take the lead in a high-precision environment where Quality is king, then we want to hear from you!