JOB PURPOSE
Lead and coordinate quality assurance and quality control activities for third-party manufactured parts, ensuring that products meet approved drawings, technical specifications, and operational requirements. The role oversees inspection activities, supplier quality issues, non-conformance resolution, product traceability, and quality documentation. It requires sound technical judgement, planning, and the ability to guide stakeholders in achieving quality objectives.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Plan and oversee visual and 100% dimensional inspections of machined products and raw materials to verify compliance with approved drawings and specifications.
- Coordinate quality control activities for incoming goods, in-process manufacturing, and finished products.
- Review supplier documentation and certifications to confirm that incoming goods meet applicable technical requirements.
- Lead the identification, documentation, investigation, and closure of internal and supplier non-conformance reports (NCRs).
- Coordinate containment, corrective actions, and follow-up to prevent recurrence of quality issues.
- Provide weekly NCR status updates to the Technical and QHSSE Managers, escalating significant risks or delays.
- Maintain part identification, status control, and traceability throughout goods receipt, production, and final release.
- Oversee the inspection, calibration, maintenance, and recordkeeping of measurement and test equipment.
- Prepare inspection reports for equipment requiring refurbishment, including recommended repair or rework actions.
- Review and prepare tool-body document packs and certificates of conformity, ensuring all supporting records are complete.
- Compile, verify, and maintain manufacturing data packs, including relevant inspection records and certifications; ensure they are scanned into the appropriate databases.
- Use and guide others in the use of manual and electronic inspection equipment.
- Maintain accurate, controlled, and readily retrievable quality records.
- Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturing teams, and internal stakeholders to resolve quality issues and support production requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES
Education: Engineering degree or relevant technical qualification.
Certification: Certified Quality Inspector.
Preferred certifications: Certified Quality Technician (CQT); ASME GDTP (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Professional).
Experience: At least five years of experience in quality inspection, preferably in machining, manufacturing, or supplier quality. Experience coordinating inspection activities and resolving supplier non-conformances is preferred.
