Senior Inspector in Brentwood, Essex

Senior Inspector

Location: Brentwood, Essex
Salary: Circa £40,000 per annum
Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm | Friday 8:00am-12:00pm

A global distribution business supplying the aerospace industry is looking for an experienced Senior Inspector to oversee the day-to-day priorities of its Inspection Department. Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will provide guidance to the inspection team while ensuring incoming materials and outgoing products meet requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily activities of the Inspection Department, providing technical guidance and support to Inspectors.
• Work closely with other departments to coordinate workload and priorities.
• Manage and review Inspection Queries, Shelf Life Inventory, Product Non-Conformity and Supplier Returns.
• Establish and maintain appropriate inspection standards for received goods.
• Record, review and communicate inspection findings and outcomes.
• Create, manage and review First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) in accordance with AS9102.
• Support continuous improvement projects and identify opportunities
• Participate in root cause and failure mode investigations.
• Record product quality concerns and ensure appropriate actions are followed through.
• Help maintain compliance with customer specifications and aerospace regulations

About You

• Previous experience within an Inspection, Quality or Engineering position.
• Working knowledge of aerospace regulations and quality requirements.
• Practical understanding of AS9102 and ISO 2859-1.
• Experience with problem-solving methods and quality improvement tools.
• The ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Previous experience using precision measurement equipment such as micrometres and verniers.
• Strong numerical and literacy skills.
• Good IT capability, including Microsoft Outlook, Word and MS Office.
• A technical engineering apprenticeship or equivalent engineering qualification would be advantageous.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to supervise and support colleagues.

What's on Offer?

• Salary Circa £40,000
• Modern workplace with state-of-the-art equipment.
• On-site gym, excellent employee rest facilities and Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Free fruit and free on-site parking.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Flexible working arrangements and enhanced pension contribution.

Apply Today if you have experience in aerospace inspection,