My client engineers and manufactures precision machined components for the aerospace, defence and communications sectors They are seeking a skilled and motivated Chief inspector to oversee and organize their inspection function. Chief inspector The Chief Inspector will ensure that work being produced on the shop floor conforms to customer drawings, CAD models or conditions of supply. Responsibilities include: Overseeing the Inspection Area and function. Supervising, coaching and encouraging other members of the Inspection team. Taking instruction from the senior management team (SMT) on what is required for throughput, managing resources in inspection to achieve them and to communicate on the status of works orders. Evaluating the process in the inspection department and give suggestions on continual improvements to SMT. Ensuring that processes such as first offs and card being stamped are being observed out on the shopfloor. Quality assurance activities: - First off, in process/stage, final inspection, FAI reporting. CMM programming. CMM maintenance and arranging repairs. Aiding in the investigation of product non-conformities both internal and external. Attending shop floor SQCDP meetings. Customer communication as required. To be considered for this role, applicants will need to have previous experience in a similar inspection/quality control rol...