Quality Inspection team leader

Job Title: Quality Inspection Team Leader
Location: Rotherham
Salary: £35,000-£39,000
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7am-3pm

Verus Recruitment is excited to partner with a leading manufacturing company in Rotherham to recruit a Quality Inspection Team Leader. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced quality professional to take on a leadership role in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

This company provides services to OEMs across industries such as defence, security, construction, quarrying, recycling, and rail, with in-house capabilities including laser cutting, CNC machining, fabrication, welding, shot blasting, painting, and assembly.

About the Role:

• Lead the Quality Inspection team, ensuring a productive and efficient working environment.
• Act as the point of contact for any queries or concerns related to inspection.
• Follow the Inspection Plan set by the Quality Manager and ensure the team adheres to it.
• Conduct inspections using available equipment and ensure timely, accurate reporting.
• Create inspection reports for all components and fabrications.
• Collaborate with the Quality Engineers and production teams to ensure high-quality standards.
• Perform monthly internal calibration of measurement equipment and maintain calibration records.
• Provide guidance and support to team members, training and mentoring them to enhance their skills and knowledge.

About You:

• Proven experience in quality/inspection within a metal engineering manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with:
  • Measuring Arms (Faro or similar)
  • CMM 
  • General handheld tools (Vernier, Tape, Rule, Bevel Box, etc.)
• Experience in leading, training, and mentoring a team of inspectors.
• Excellent understanding of quality control processes and problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to adapt to changing requirements while maintaining focus on quality.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of leading and supporting team members.
• A proactive, hands-on approach to ensuring a productive and positive work environment.

What’s in it for You?

• Competitive Salary: Reflecting your skills and experience.
• Health & Well-being Support: Access to a healthcare plan.
• Generous Leave: 33 days holiday (including statutory public holidays).
• Future Planning: Company pension scheme and life assurance cover.
• Rewards: Monthly prize draw and referral programme incentives.
• Development Opportunities: Tailored training to support career growth.
• Health & Fitness: Reduced gym membership.
• Team Success: Participate in company-wide initiatives and celebrations.
• Convenience: Free and secure onsite parking.

If you’re a seasoned quality professional with a passion for leadership and driving excellence, we’d love to hear from you!

For more information, please contact our Sheffield Team at .
Verus Recruitment Partners is acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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