Manufacturing · Quality Control Lead Quality Inspector; Leicestershire
Listed on 2026-10-02
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers, Production QC/QA -
Manufacturing / Production
Production QC/QA
Hours:
Monday-Thursday 7am-4pm and Friday 7am-1pm
Founded in 1974 by David Arnold, Arrow Precision Engineering is a global leader in the design and manufacture of bespoke high-performance powertrain components. Our journey has taken us from a toolmaker, through sub contract engineering to globally renowned manufacturer of race engine components.
Behind our business and our products we believe in Quality, Innovation and Performance above all else.
We provide all employees:- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
- 32 days annual leave, including bank holidays
We are looking for a Lead Quality Inspector who has a keen eye for detail and is passionate about problem solving. Our Inspectors maintain our high standards by approving and assessing products during and after production. The role will lead the department and therefore some previous management / leadership experience is required.
The role will involve:- Carrying out visual and dimensional inspection of various machined and sourced components to specifications and drawings.
- Ensure processes are delivering intended outcomes.
- Approving incoming materials by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; rejecting and returning unacceptable materials.
- Approving in-process production by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; communicating required adjustments to production.
- Approving finished products by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; returning products for re-work; confirming re-work.
- Document inspection results by completing reports and logs; summarising re-work and waste; inputting data into quality database.
- Qualification or Apprenticeship or equivalent in an engineering discipline.
- Experience of working in an Inspector role is essential
- Ability to work on your own and as part of a team.
- Clear and demonstrated understanding of drawing interpretation, dimensional and visual inspection.
- Excellent technical ability and attention to detail.
- Ability to follow processes, procedures and requirements of ISO
9001 - Articulate communication skills
- CMM experience (MCOSMOS)
- An understanding of Mitutoyo MCosmos Software
Based at our Hinckley site and reporting to the Managing Director, this role will suit someone who has a keen eye for detail and a passion for problem solving.
If you think you meet the qualities for this role and you are looking for a new challenge, we would be keen to hear from you.
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