Senior Quality Inspector
Job in
Essex, Essex County, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-05
Listing for:
Nicholas Associates
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-05
Job specializations:
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers, Production QC/QA
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Senior Quality Inspector
Location :
Basildon, Romford, Brentwood, Essex
Sector :
Precision engineering, CNC machined components
Salary : £38,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
Hybrid :
No, the role is site based 5 days per week 8 am to 4 pm
About the role :
A hands-on Senior Quality Inspector / Team Leader role where the responsibilities include
Managing the workloads of the inspection department consisting of 4 Quality Inspectors
Supporting the team with any issues
Providing training, development and mentorship to the team on how to inspect parts, how to review documentation, how to use metrology tools to ensure accurate inspection
Ensuring that all inspection activities comply with company, customer and legal requirements
Identification of NCRs, and assisting with root cause investigations to improve quality and efficiency
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders on quality issues to find solutions
Act as escalation for any major issues
Manage, review and action non-conformities and supplier returns
Identify and lead continuous improvement activities to improve quality processes
Perform inspection on incoming and outgoing parts
Maintain all required documentation
Create, manage and review FAIRsAbout You :
Proven experience of working in quality inspection is essential
Experience of working in highly regulated industries and to stringent standards is essential - ISO
9001, TH16949, ISO
13485, AS9100
Team leader, mentoring and people development skills
Detail focused
ISO 2859-1 experience preferred
Proficient with the use of metrology tools - verniers, micrometers essential. Faro Arm / CMM beneficial
Key Words : engineering, senior quality inspector, essex, engineering, aerospace
About Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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