Manufacturing Inspector
Manufacturing Inspector (Fixed Term Contract)
Till October 2025 (possible extension) Salary = £33,990
Organisation Details:
An international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment, and interiors), defence, and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable, and accessible. The organisation has a global presence, with 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023. It holds world or regional leadership positions in its core markets, alone or in partnership, and undertakes research and development programs to maintain environmental priorities in its R&T and innovation roadmap.
Ranked 1st in the aerospace and defence industry in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2023" ranking.
The organisation is the world's leading manufacturer of rotorcraft turbines and the only one dedicated exclusively to this market. Operating worldwide, it employs 5,900 people and has more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries, with 21,000 engines in service.
Position Description Job Title: Manufacturing Inspector (FTC) Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract October 2025 Part-time / Full-time: Full-time Number of Hours per Week: 37
What's Special About Us?
The organisation is the world's leading manufacturer of rotorcraft turbines and the only one dedicated exclusively to this market. The UK facility is the European Maintenance Centre Hub for the group, performing level 1 to level 3 maintenance and repairs on complex helicopter engine components. The experienced teams partner with a broad, global customer base, providing both technical expertise and broader support in both the fixed wing and rotary wing markets.
What Will I Be Doing?
Ensure that products meet the requirements of customers, quality standards, and airworthiness authorities. Parts are inspected as per drawings, documentation, routings, and required standards using various inspection methods and equipment during the manufacturing lifecycle.
Work in accordance with HSE legislation, the company operating systems, policies, and procedures.
Demonstrate the company values and behaviours.
Ensure documentation/routings are completed and processed correctly in a timely manner.
Containment and securitisation activities for checking parts in process or in stores when required.
Provide cover where required when demand dictates, as requested by the team leader within the employee's competency.
Ability to set, run, and program CMM inspection software and equipment.
Experience in a range of manual inspection techniques and equipment.
Contribute by driving and sustaining business objectives and continuous improvement within the department.
Maintain a high standard of housekeeping at all times.
Utilise SAP system for tracking routings, data entry, and producing final release documentation ensuring product conformity.
Input, record, and analyse data in varying formats, including FAI requirements, self-inspection, databases, SAP, and Microsoft Suite.
Adhere to SQCDPI quality requirements and improvements.
Perform other tasks that may reasonably be required to meet business needs and support departmental goals.Why Us?
Operating worldwide, the organisation employs 5,900 people and has more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries, with 22,000 engines in service. Located in Fareham on the South Coast of the UK, the company has been a leader in the aerospace market for over 80 years, with a reputation for putting customers first. Supporting both the civil and military markets, the UK facility is the European Maintenance Centre Hub for the group.
As a valued member of the team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive:
25 days holiday a year (plus bank holidays)
Additional day for every 10 years of service
Flexitime - accrue up to your contractual hours
Option to leave from 12:30 PM on Friday (role dependent)
Hybrid working - on-site 3 days per week, from home 2 days (role dependent)
On-site restaurant with daily £1.50 subsidy for lunch
Costa coffee on-site
Generous 7% pension contributions (after 3 months)
Health cash back scheme (after probation)
Purchase of company shares (after 3 months)
Annual bonus of up to 3%
Company sick pay
Access to a dedicated benefits portal with a range of lifestyle benefits, including life assurance, cycle-to-work, retail discounts, and access to healthcare and wellbeing services.
Ample free parking
Green scheme:
Accrue points for traveling to work by bike, walking, public transport, or car share
Once a quarter, receive Amazon vouchers for points (40 points = £10)
Candidate Skills & Requirements
What Do You Need from Me?
Apprenticeship within the Manufacturing sector - Aerospace, Automotive, or similar industry.
Experience and familiarity with company procedures and processes within an organisation accredited to ISO, CAA, BSI, or equivalent standards within the Manufacturing sector for a minimum of 3 years.
Candidates will be assessed during the interview process to ensure they meet an acceptable standard/level of experience