Inspector, Quality Assurance - QA​/QC, Quality Control ​/ Manager

Location: Downton

About Us:

David Hart Aerospace Pipes Limited manufactures pipes and ducts in aluminium, titanium, nimonic alloys, and stainless steels predominantly for the aerospace industry, but also for the motor sport (F1) sector.

Based in Downton and formed in 1999, our continued growth has been secured through the next decade by the winning of substantial new business.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Inspector.

Main Duties:

* Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will inspect finished fabricated products, purchased parts, and subcontracted processes, both dimensionally and visually, generating/reviewing First Article Inspection Reports to AS9102.

* Support the Non-Conformance Report system along with root cause and corrective action activities as well as continual improvement across the business.

* Involvement in approved operator audits.

* Undertake training to become proficient as a Product Release Delegate (DSQR).

Qualities:

* Minimum of 5 years’ experience within industry, ideally in aerospace inspection or quality.

* Competence in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.

* Knowledge of NDT or FPI would be an advantage.

Behaviours:

* Detail-Oriented:
Pays meticulous attention to detail to ensure high-quality inspections and accurate reporting.

* Analytical:
Strong analytical skills to identify root causes of non-conformances and implement corrective actions.

* Proactive:
Takes initiative in identifying areas for improvement and driving continuous improvement efforts.

* Collaborative:
Works effectively with cross-functional teams, sharing knowledge and supporting team success.

* Dependable:

Reliable and consistent in meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality work.

* Adaptable:
Flexible and open to learning new skills and adapting to changing requirements.

Communicative:
Strong communication skills to effectively report findings and collaborate with team members.

Benefits:

* Working hours:

38-hour week

* 8.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Thursday with half an hour for lunch plus 8.00am to 12.00pm Friday.

* Five weeks’ holiday increasing to six weeks with service plus Bank Holidays.

* Free Parking.

* Company Pension.

* Life Assurance.

* Company-funded Health Cover Scheme