Manufacturing & Inspection Auditor

Negotiable Leamington Spa, England

Permanent

Manufacturing & Inspection Auditor

Location:

Leamington Spa (On-site)

Shift: Primarily day shift, with occasional night/weekend auditing

We're supporting a high-performance engineering organisation based in Leamington Spa that is looking to appoint a Manufacturing & Inspection Auditor into a hands-on quality role.

This position would suit an experienced Senior Component Inspector from a low-volume precision engineering environment who enjoys ownership, autonomy, and influencing quality standards across a manufacturing operation.

The Role Reporting into the Head of Compliance, you'll play a key role in ensuring inspection capability across the manufacturing and quality teams. You'll be responsible for auditing inspection activities, verifying competency, and ensuring the correct use of measurement equipment - supporting a strong right‑first‑time and continuous improvement culture.

This is a visible, trusted role with the autonomy to shape audit strategy and drive quality improvements across the function.

Key Responsibilities Audit the inspection capability of manufacturing technicians and inspectors to ensure consistent standards

Own and maintain an effective audit plan, adapting it based on findings and operational priorities

Carry out regular capability assessments, including weekly reviews of new starters

Produce weekly audit reports and maintain an up-to-date inspection capability matrix

Recommend appropriate audit frequencies based on performance and quality escapes

Act as a technical reference point within the Quality and Manufacturing teams

Support continuous improvement of inspection processes and quality KPIsAbout You Essential experience:

Senior Inspector background within a precision-machined, batch manufacturing environment

Fully conversant with engineering drawings and GD&TStrong experience in product and process auditing

Confident holding peers accountable while maintaining positive working relationships

Detail-driven, objective, and comfortable influencing quality culture

Desirable experience:

Inspection of low-volume precision machined steels and castings

Knowledge of gears and gear geometry

Strong computer literacy

Proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement

Additional Information Based on-site in Leamington Spa Predominantly day shift

Occasional auditing of night and weekend shifts (around once per month)
Minimal travel, with occasional site support if required

No regular customer-facing responsibili