Description
* Employment type: Permanent
* Employment basis: Full Time
* Standard Hours: Flexible Working / 40 hours per week
* Location: Bembridge IOW
We are seeking a quality inspector to join an experienced manufacturing team that provides parts and components that require a high level of accuracy to external customers and our busy production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul teams internally.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure all stage inspections are completed in a timely manner, in line with schedule and that the quality of the work is in accordance with the relevant approved data and company procedures.
* Completing final inspection of finished parts ensuring they are compliant with the approved data and any production permits or concessions are correctly referenced.
* Ability to release parts with a CAA Form 1.
* Liaising with the Production Supervisors to ensure tasks are prioritised and completed in accordance with the agreed production program plan.
* Monitoring Chemical and Heat treatment processes to ensure they are being maintained and are complaint with the prescribed limits.
* Completing and documenting dimensional inspection reports for First Article Inspection Reports. Where appropriate using the CMM to inspect and generate the reports.
* Ensuring all non-compliant parts are reported and quarantined in accordance with company procedures.
* Ensuring all matters relating to safety and specifically airworthiness are reported promptly in accordance with company procedures.
* Ensuring all tools, jigs, fixtures, and measurement devices used in the production and inspection process are calibrated in accordance with company procedures. Maintaining the register of calibrated tools.
* Ensuring any work, they carry out is within the scope of their approvals granted by the Quality department.
* Provide training and mentoring to apprentices and other team members, as required by the Company, and ensure that high standards and guidance is always offered to all team members.
* Perform tensile testing and test piece testing as required.
* Ensure that received goods are inspected and located to stock in a timely manner, liaising with suppliers in the event of incomplete/incorrect paperwork or parts to resolution.
* Obtaining quotes for the calibration of existing tools, and the purchasing of new tools. Raising purchase requests.
* Reporting of concession or deviation requests to design by the Design Query form.
* Maintain internal approvals for processes within your remit.
* Carry out regular internal audits to ensure production processes and procedures are being followed.
* Report any safety/airworthiness concerns via the company procedure.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* Minimum of 5 years of similar experience in a manufacturing environment
* understanding of ISO 9000 regulations
* Experience in aircraft component manufacturing
* Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
* Have a detailed knowledge in all aspects of quality inspection
* Have a good understanding of lean manufacturing principles
* Proactive with a strong attention to detail
Benefits
* 36 annual leave days (inclusive of Bank and Public Holidays)
* Contributory pension scheme with a salary sacrifice option
* Private healthcare scheme
* Flu vaccination
* Dental and optical cover
* Employee Assistance Program
* Support with learning and professional development (courses and licenses)
* Health screening and therapies
* Digital GP
* Referral bonus
Britten-Norman is a leading aircraft manufacturer that has been building aircraft continuously for over 70 years. The company is world renowned for its iconic BN2 Islander Series. The Islander is one of the most successful civil aircraft ever produced in the UK. Available in both piston and turboprop variants, Islander aircraft offer exceptional Short Take-off and Landing capabilities and the ability to operate from unprepared surfaces, including both grass and sand. It has been manufactured continuously since 1965, with 1,299 aircraft built to date. Islander aircraft provide adaptable, low-cost solutions that are currently in daily use with some 200 companies and organisations in over 70 countries worldwide. Britten-Norman also provides comprehensive support to its customers, with field servicing, training, and modifications/upgrades available. They have a dedicated training department that offers expert OEM approved training for pilots, mission operators, and technicians. Additionally, they prioritise innovation and are currently involved in various Research and Development programs. With facilities in the UK and USA, Britten-Norman is able to cater to customers globally. Their commitment to excellence and their passion for pushing boundaries in aircraft design make them a top choice for those in the aviation industry.