Manufacturing & Inspection Auditor
Matchtech · Kenilworth, England ·
NegotiableLeamington Spa, England Permanent Manufacturing & Inspection AuditorLocation: Leamington Spa (On-site)Shift: Primarily day shift, with occasional night/weekend auditingWe'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 RoleReporting 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 ResponsibilitiesAudit the inspection capability of manufacturing technicians and inspectors to ensure consistent standardsOwn and maintain an effective audit plan, adapting it based on findings and operational prioritiesCarry out regular capability assessments, including weekly reviews of new startersProduce weekly audit reports and maintain an up-to-date inspection capability matrixRecommend appropriate audit frequencies based on performance and quality escapesAct as a technical reference point within the Quality and Manufacturing teamsSupport continuous improvement of inspection processes and quality KPIsAbout YouEssential experience: Senior Inspector background within a precision-machined, batch manufacturing environmentFully conversant with engineering drawings and GD&TStrong experience in product and process auditingConfident holding peers accountable while maintaining positive working relationshipsDetail-driven, objective, and comfortable influencing quality cultureDesirable experience: Inspection of low-volume precision machined steels and castingsKnowledge of gears and gear geometryStrong computer literacyProactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvementAdditional InformationBased on-site in Leamington SpaPredominantly day shiftOccasional auditing of night and weekend shifts (around once per month)Minimal travel, with occasional site support if requiredNo regular customer-facing responsibili