Principal Quality Inspector - (Strategic Manufacturing)

Our client, a leading organisation within the defence and security sector, is seeking a Principal Quality Inspector to support strategic manufacturing activities in Newcastle. This contract role will focus on ensuring that manufactured components and processes meet stringent quality, engineering and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carrying out detailed inspections of components, assemblies and manufactured products
• Interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, quality standards and inspection requirements
• Using appropriate inspection and measurement equipment to verify product conformity
• Identifying non-conformances and supporting investigations into root causes and corrective actions
• Producing accurate inspection reports and maintaining comprehensive quality records
• Working closely with manufacturing, engineering and supplier teams to resolve quality issues
• Supporting audits, continuous improvement activities and the consistent application of quality procedures
• Promoting a strong quality culture within a highly regulated manufacturing environment

Job Requirements:

• Significant experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing, engineering or defence environment
• Strong understanding of quality assurance, inspection processes and product conformity
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and manufacturing documentation
• Experience using precision measurement and inspection equipment
• Understanding of non-conformance control, root cause analysis and corrective action processes
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to quality control
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Commitment to working onsite and following strict health, safety, security and quality procedures

Contract Details:

• 12-month contract
• 37 hours per week
• Newcastle location
• Five days onsite
• Inside IR35

This is an excellent opportunity for a Principal Quality Inspector to contribute to critical strategic manufacturing projects within the defence and security sector.