Senior Quality Inspection Supervisor

Senior Quality Inspection Supervisor – London - up to £55,000 + Bonus + Car Allow. + Ex Bens - Perm

Primary Purpose:
The Senior Quality Inspection Supervisor will lead quality inspections, ensuring compliance with industry standards and fostering a strong quality culture, overseeing inspection processes, implementing risk-based methodologies, and managing non-conformance reporting. This role includes people management, covering training, performance, and well-being assessments to ensure a safe and efficient workplace.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and excellent package Dynamic and collaborative work environment. Opportunity to play a pivotal role supporting the delivery of critical global infrastructure. Chance to work for a company manufacturing cutting-edge technologies with a global impact.

**Core Hours: 42 Hours per week – 07.00 start – 42 hours per week, option to split across 4 or 5 days (Mon-Fri) – Flexibility on this**

Responsibilities:

Lead and Manage the Quality Inspection Team – Oversee inspectors, ensure adequate resources, and maintain high performance standards. Implement Risk-Based Inspection Methodology – Apply 100% inspection for high-risk items and sample inspections for low-risk items. Ensure Compliance with Industry Standards – Uphold IPC 600/610 PCB standards and other relevant quality regulations. Oversee Non-Conformance Reporting – Identify and report non-conforming products using JIRA ITS, ensuring timely resolution. Drive a Strong Quality Culture – Set inspection standards, promote adherence to specifications, and ensure a zero-tolerance approach to defects. Manage People and Performance – Handle training, development, absence management, and employee relations while fostering a supportive work environment. Support Continuous Improvement Initiatives – Lead quality-related improvement projects and ensure process enhancements. Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams – Work closely with Manufacturing, Stores, Engineering, HR, and Supplier Quality to maintain inspection integrity and efficiency.

Requirements

Education: NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Quality & Compliance: Expertise in risk-based inspection methodologies, non-conformance reporting, and adherence to industry standards. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and manage a quality inspection team, coupled with excellent communication, empathy, and flexibility to handle diverse teams and workplace challenges. Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of inspection techniques, engineering drawings and IPC 600/610 PCB standards used in highly regulated engineering environments. Tools & Systems: Proficiency in measurement equipment (calipers, micrometers, shadowgraphs, Talyrond) and quality management systems (SAP, JIRA ITS). Problem-Solving: Ability to drive process improvements, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions. Health & Safety: Commitment to risk assessments, safe work practices, and ensuring team well-being.

How to apply:
To apply for this excellent opportunity, please send your CV or contact Rob Hutchings at 02392 314679.