Quality Assurance Inspector

Chemring Countermeasures is a world leading and innovative company, designing and developing countermeasure solutions to armed forces throughout the world. We are part of the Chemring Group of companies and have a solid global infrastructure, which also helps us to thrive.

Overview of the role

To manage and control the day to day activities regarding goods inwards inspection and ensure goods inwards checks are conducted to the appropriate level and accuracy.

Responsibilities

·         To read and understand technical drawings to support quality inspections

·         To carry out and keep records for goods inwards inspection (Mechanical)

·         Support the resolution of component issues with suppliers and ensure corrective and preventative actions are implemented successfully

·         To carry out in-process inspection and testing as required to support problem investigation and business improvement projects

·         To review, analyse and present data in support of the above

·         To support manufacturing in resolving quality issues and their cause and to ensure process and procedures are being adhered to

·         To identify areas of concern regarding quality or non-conformances and raise non-conformance documentation. Ensure appropriate disposition and corrective and preventative actions are implemented successfully

·         Understand and support the calibration activity when required

·         Report quality performance statistics relating to goods inwards, as appropriate

·         Take responsibility for the protection of the environment and any areas that may be affected by goods inwards activities in accordance with company procedures. Demonstrate commitment to continual improvement on environmental and sustainability issues

·         Ensure Quality Management System documentation is in place and in use

·         Support quality activities required through the New Product Process (NPP)

·         Demonstrate a commitment to health and safety and be responsible for compliance with Health and Safety procedures. Ensure the health, safety and welfare of all persons in their charge, and others, who may be affected by the activities they are responsible for

Essential Qualifications, Skills and/or Experience

·         Level 3 NVQ or equivalent in a Technical area

·         Right to live and work in the UK

·         ISO9001:2008, TS16949 or similar

·         Knowledge of CMM Inspection Techniques

·         Knowledge of Manual Component Inspection Techniques

·         Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages

·         Ability to read Technical Drawings

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and/or Experience

·         Knowledge of 5s

·         Knowledge of Vision System Inspection Techniques

This role will be worked over a 4.5 day week; Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 16:45 and Friday 08:00 – 12:30.

Please note: We do not engage with recruitment agencies. We kindly ask that you refrain from sending speculative inquiries or CVs. Should we wish to collaborate with agencies, we will initiate contact accordingly.