Inspection Manager

Inspection Manager

Northamptonshire

£60k per annum

Ready to take the lead in precision engineering?

If you're passionate about metrology, know your way around CMM programming and enjoy leading a team of skilled engineers, this could be the perfect next step.

You'll lead a team of CMM Operators, Programmers and inspection technicians, helping to develop measurement programmes, solve complex quality challenges and ensure components meet the highest standards.

It's a hands-on leadership role where your technical expertise will make a real difference.

What you'll be doing

Leading and developing the inspection team.

Creating, developing and proving out CMM measurement programmes.

Leading metrology investigations and supporting internal and customer quality issues.

Carrying out measurement requests, inspections and reporting.

Supporting new product introductions, including first and last article inspections and initial sample inspection reports.

Working closely with manufacturing and quality teams to identify root causes and drive corrective actions.

Ensuring components meet engineering drawings, GD&T requirements and quality standards.

Supporting continuous improvement across measurement processes, accuracy and compliance.

What we're looking for..........

We're keen to hear from experienced inspection professionals who enjoy getting hands-on, solving problems and supporting a team.

You'll ideally have:

Strong experience in CMM programming,

A strong understanding of GD&T, engineering drawings and manufacturing processes.

Good knowledge of measurement systems analysis.

Hands-on experience with a range of measuring equipment, including contact and non-contact systems.

Experience supporting root cause analysis, corrective actions and problem-solving activities.

Knowledge of quality standards, traceability, concessions and containment procedures.

The following would be a bonus

Experience in motorsport, automotive, aerospace or precision engineering environments.

Knowledge of AS9100 and other relevant quality standards.

Experience with precision-machined components, process planning, jigs and fixtures.

What's in it for you?

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a key inspection function, lead a skilled team and work on precision-engineered components in a high-performance manufacturing environment.

You'll have the chance to put your technical knowledge to good use, drive improvements and play a key role in delivering quality and accuracy across the business
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed