Lead Quality Inspector

We are recruiting for a highly motivated Lead Quality Inspector to join a fast-paced, high-performance manufacturing environment specialising in high-end automotive and motorsport components. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of an inspection team, working to the highest industry standards and ensuring exceptional quality for world-class customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day activities of the inspection team, ensuring quality targets and delivery schedules are consistently achieved.
• Oversee inspection processes to verify parts meet customer standards, including cosmetic checks of panels and surface finishes.
• Attend quality meetings and collaborate with production teams to resolve customer concerns.
• Ensure the team has the tools, resources, and support needed to perform effectively, including day-to-day HR requirements.
• Record and communicate all non-conformances, maintaining accurate data in the internal quality management system.
• Uphold compliance with quality management systems, processes, and industry standards.
• Ensure measuring equipment is maintained, calibrated, and fit for use.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment.

Experience & Skills Required

• Proven experience in a quality inspection role within a fast-paced or high-pressure industry.
• Previous team leadership or supervisory experience with the ability to drive performance and meet daily targets.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly in cosmetic inspection of components.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Confident using common computer applications.
• Flexible, proactive, and calm under pressure with strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience in composites or automotive environments is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of Romer Arm and PowerInspect (probing and scanning) would be a distinct advantage.
• A strong awareness of health and safety at all times.

What''s on Offer

• Competitive salary package
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Overtime opportunities during peak periods
• Career development in a growing organisation