Quality Inspector Job Sheffield Texas USA,Quality Assurance

Location: Sheffield

What to Expect

Conduct comprehensive inspection operations on composite parts to ensure they meet McLaren's exacting quality standards
Inspect and validate composite repair operations, ensuring all repairs are completed to specification
Work closely with the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to control product routing and ensure efficient material flow through production operations
Support production teams in maintaining quality standards and resolving issues on shift

What You'll Do

Perform detailed visual and in some cases dimensional inspections on composite components across shifts
Inspect composite repair operations and validate repair quality against established procedures and standards
Utilise MES to track, route and control parts throughout the production process, ensuring accurate status updates and efficient workflow
Identify, document and disposition non-conformances within the MCTC Manufacturing Execution System
Conduct line-side inspections to support real-time quality decision making and prevent defects from progressing
Manage hold/quarantine status of products and work with production teams to ensure controlled material flow
Participate in practical problem-solving (PPS) activities with engineering and production teams for quality concern resolution
Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation within MES
Support new product introduction activities through inspection validation and process capability assessment
Collaborate with production planners to optimise product routing and minimise bottlenecks
Monitor and report on quality trends to support continuous improvement initiatives

Knowledge, skills & experience:

Proven experience in composites inspection or detailed quality inspection for both visual and structural components
Experience working with carbon fibre composite materials and manufacturing processes
Knowledge of composite repair techniques and repair inspection criteria is highly desirable
Experience using Manufacturing Execution Systems such as Delmia Apriso or similar production control systems is advantageous
Understanding of dimensional inspection techniques and use of inspection equipment (e.g., CMM, scanning arms) is desirable
Experience of working in a low volume/niche vehicle manufacturing environment is advantageous
Understanding of automotive quality processes (APQP & PPAP) is beneficial but not essential
PC literate with ability to process data in Microsoft Excel and other quality systems

What You'll Bring

Passionate, enthusiastic and committed, with a can-do attitude
Meticulous attention to detail with a sharp eye for identifying defects and non-conformances
Effective communication and inter-personal skills
Ability to work under pressure and make sound quality decisions in a fast-paced production environment
A keen eye for detail and customer focus is required
Self-driven individual, who can also work within a team
Self-directed/managed and motivated towards achieving goals
Comfortable to challenge peers and uphold quality standards
Valid Passport
Right to work in the UK
Good IT skills
Flexible approach to working

What We'll Do for You

We offer a wide – ranging benefits package, which includes:

Structured career development framework
25 days’ holiday, plus bank holiday. Annual buy & sell up to five days
Enhanced company pension scheme
Discretionary annual bonus award
Private medical insurance and health cash plan
Life assurance benefit
Ability to apply for a sabbatical of up to one year after only two years’ service
Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping
Generous parental leave policies
A range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistance programme and free financial & mortgage advice

Who Are We?

No restraints. No limitations. We don’t simply push boundaries. We completely rethink them. McLaren Automotive exists to create breath-taking performance road cars.

It takes a community to do what we do. A diverse group of people with many areas of expertise, united by their passion to deliver visionary products and set new benchmarks.

McLaren Automotive commits to equal opportunity for all. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is at the heart of our impact, it drives our innovation and enables us to truly create something special. Join us on our journey.