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CMM Inspector
Senior plc
Company Description
Senior is a FTSE listed (symbol SNR) international manufacturing Group with 20 operations in 10 countries. Senior designs, manufactures and markets high-technology components and systems for the principal original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the worldwide aerospace, defence, land vehicle and power & energy markets.
We have a long history of well-respected brands and an excellent reputation in our key market sectors. Senior delivers value to its customers and shareholders via operational excellence that is underpinned by its people and processes.
Our global values underpin what we do, and how we do it:
- Safety
- Integrity
- Customer Focus
- Respect & Trust
- Accountability
- Excellence
Who is Senior Flexonics – Lymington Precision Engineers?
Lymington Precision Engineers (LPE) is a Senior Flexonics Group company, and is a leading manufacturer of precision machined components, assemblies and kit sets for the Oil & Gas, Telecommunications, Aerospace and Defence, Land and Sea Systems, Nuclear and Marine industries—and emerging markets.
We pride ourselves on our ability to manufacture extremely complicated components and assemblies utilising state-of-the-art equipment and facilities. We are AS/EN 9100, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified, offering a fully engineered solution from design concept through to high-volume manufacture to supply a range of world-class products to our customers.
We evaluate every part of our customers’ requirements, which enables us to deliver a truly bespoke, high-quality solution that adds real value.
Job Description
CMM Inspector – What Does The Role Involve?
The primary purpose of the position is to:
- Ensure components are inspected to drawing tolerances and specifications, efficiently and accurately
- Maintain high attention to detail
- Deploy robust inspection practices and techniques for all customer products
- Fully support the manufacturing process and prevent production delays
- Work 39 hours per week according to the following shift pattern:
- Monday to Thursday 6.45am to 3.30pm, unpaid break at 12.30pm–1.00pm
- Friday 7.00am to 1.00pm, unpaid break at 12.30pm–1.00pm
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Key Responsibilities
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Part inspection:
- Use CMM Coordinate Measuring Machine or manual inspection methods to ensure components meet specifications
- Adjust CMM programs and multiset CMMs when required
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Process inspection activities:
- Perform in-process, first-off and final inspection activities
- Evaluate conformance to engineering requirements
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Quality compliance:
- Escalate all quality-related matters to the Quality or Production Team for resolution
- Maintain a strong quality-first outlook in all inspection activities and decision-making
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Documentation & reporting:
- Ensure accurate maintenance of all inspection documentation
- Update processes, such as PCPs, Critical Feature Requirements and FAIR Data
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Nonconformities & corrective action:
- Raise nonconforming material/products promptly
- Support investigations and corrective action activities
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Supplier & manual inspection support:
- Review supplier specifications and documentation
- Conduct manual inspection activities
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Program proving:
- Develop and prove-out CMM programs
Essential Skills & Experience
- Right to live and work in the UK (essential)
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a high-precision manufacturing environment
- Proficient in alternate controls software to generate CMM inspection programs
- Previous experience in a similar CMM inspector role
- Clear understanding of CMM Best Practice techniques
- In-depth knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Ability to work to high levels of precision and accuracy
- Strong grasp of drawing tolerances and technical specifications
- IT proficiency: Experience using Microsoft Word & Excel
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Desirable Skills & Experience
- Working knowledge of Mitutoyo CMM’s using the COSMOS Platform
- Familiarity with PC-DMIS platform (preferred but not mandatory)
- Security clearance (preferred but not mandatory)
Qualifications
While not strictly mandatory, the following would be highly beneficial:
- Certified CMM Training or Programmer/Operator training (essentially required)
- ONC/HNC level experience or equivalent (desirable)
- Certified Internal Auditor qualification
- Full apprenticeship or time-served training in machining or relevant skills (desirable)
- Experience in adjusting/writing CMM programs (desirable)
Additional Information
Why Join Senior Flexonics – Lymington Precision Engineers?
As a successful candidate, you can expect the following benefits:
- Excellent pension and life assurance scheme
- Free on-site car parking
- Career development opportunities
- 34 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Health cash plan scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Wellbeing services
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee discount scheme
- Profit-sharing scheme
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LPE is an Equal Opportunities employer dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive working environment where:
- Employees grow and thrive
- Respect is paramount
- Diversity and welfare are highly valued
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