JRS Associates have partnered up with an established precision engineering and manufacturing business in the Ripley area to recruit an experienced Chief Inspector / Lead Quality Inspector. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineering inspector with experience in CMM inspection, precision measurement and quality control to take responsibility for an established inspection department. The successful candidate will oversee inspection activities across manufacturing, subcontract operations and goods receipt, ensuring components meet customer specifications and internal quality standards. The role combines hands-on inspection with team leadership, workload planning and continuous improvement. The Successful Chief Inspector - Package Hourly rate starting from 17.68, negotiable depending on experience Permanent day shift Early Friday finish 39-hour working week Overtime paid at 1.5x 33 days holiday including bank holidays Company pension scheme Company sick pay scheme Life insurance Health and wellbeing programme Employee Assistance Programme Free onsite parking The Successful Chief Inspector - Requirements Previous experience working as a Chief Inspector, Lead Inspector, Senior Quality Inspector or similar within precision engineering. Strong hands-on experience with CMM inspection and programming. Confident using manual measuring equipment and precision inspection techniques. Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and ..... full job details .....