Quality Inspector Job at NP Aerospace Limited (Coventry)

Job Description

Due to new operational requirements and increased demand, NP Aerospace is continuing to grow our manufacturing team in Coventry. We are launching a new continental shift in August to support a new contract linked to military personal protection, and we need Quality Inspectors who can help set and protect the standard from day one. As a Quality Inspector, you will sit at the heart of production, ensuring every product leaving our site meets the high standards expected in the defence sector. You will have direct influence over product quality, compliance and continuous improvement, working closely with shopfloor teams to spot issues early, protect traceability, and keep standards consistent across the shift. You will thrive in this role if you are detail focused, confident working with inspection data and processes, and motivated by knowing your work contributes to products that protect lives. If you are passionate about quality and want to build your expertise in a fast paced, high spec manufacturing environment, this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job Responsibility

Use measurement tools, gauges and inspection equipment to assess product conformity, working to engineering drawings and technical documentation
Record, input and manage traceability data accurately, supporting quality systems and data driven decision making
Work closely with manufacturing teams to monitor quality performance and communicate inspection outcomes clearly
Identify issues early, raise non-conformances where required, and support investigations and corrective actions
Contribute to root cause analysis activity, including use of 5WHY and 8D approaches, helping prevent repeat issues
Support continuous improvement activity across the business by sharing trends, findings and practical recommendations
Use modern technologies, including AI assisted tools, to work smarter and deliver better results

Requirements

Strong attention to detail with a proactive mindset, confident working in a manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of inspection techniques within a manufacturing or engineering setting
Experience using measurement tools, gauges or inspection equipment
Able to follow verbal and written instructions accurately and work to defined standards, specifications or procedures
Good IT skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
Able to input, manage and validate data accurately
Understanding of Health and Safety and environmental requirements
Experience using AI tools or willingness to learn and apply AI in the role

Nice to have

Experience working within a quality or inspection role in defence, automotive or manufacturing sectors
Exposure to non-conformance management or root cause analysis, for example 5WHY or 8D

What we offer

Performance rewards – discretionary bonus opportunities
Time to recharge: 247.5 hours per year, equivalent to 22 shifts per year
Support for Defence – two weeks’ paid leave for Reservists and Cadets, plus paid leave for Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs) – subject to approval
Future security – competitive pension scheme (9% combined employer/employee contributions)
Peace of mind – life cover at 3x base salary
Health & wellbeing first – BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan to support everyday health costs
Grow with us – career development and advancement opportunities within a global business
Supportive environment – a team culture built on innovation, collaboration, and purpose

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