Mechanical Inspector

Bolton

Job summary

Recruiter:
MBDA
Salary:
£41,118
Posted:
03/10/2024
Ref:
R24076_Bolton
Discipline:
Manufacturing
Sector:
Aerospace / Avionics, Defence
Contract Type:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
Expiry Date:
31/10/2024

About the job

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Inspector to join our Manufacturing Operations team in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive Manufacturing environment.

Job Title: Mechanical Inspector

Salary: £41,118

Location: Bolton

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

The opportunity:

This opportunity is for a Mechanical Inspector to join the Manufacturing team supporting inspection and certification of a variety of mechanical hardware builds, ranging from small fixtures through to complex missile systems, during all phases of the product lifecycle. You will be providing operations support to ensure programme targets are met to agreed time, cost and quality requirements.

  • Ensuring that completed hardware builds have been manufactured in accordance with drawing requirements and specifications and are free from damage;
  • Maintaining a safe working environment in-line with 5S policies
  • Always aiming to deliver in line with all time, cost and quality requirements
  • Ensuring assembly unit production costs are met
  • Maintaining, to the highest level, workmanship standards and product quality
  • Ensuring any non-conformances are processed and controlled correctly;
  • Ensuring that all manufacturing documentation is complete and carries the necessary certifications;
  • Working closely with fellow Operators, Engineering and Quality to overcome any technical challenges and offer feedback for continuous improvement activities

You will be working with a large team of multi-disciplined operators in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive Manufacturing environment. The team has a great mix of people, ranging from apprentices through to experienced skilled technicians, all striving to deliver technical excellence across a number of different missile systems in development and production.

What we're looking for from you:

  • Qualifications required (all of the below):
    • Mechanical Engineering / Manufacturing Apprenticeship (Advanced Level or L3 Standard)
    • Mechanical Engineering / Manufacturing Level 3 academic qualification (ONC, diploma, etc.)
    • Mechanical Engineering / Manufacturing Level 3 vocational qualification (NVQ)
  • Practiced in reading and understanding assembly drawings and planning instructions
  • Practiced in the inspection of mechanical hardware including damage and build integrity
  • Uses their initiative and can work without close supervision
  • Goes ‘the extra mile' to get work finished to a high standard
  • Flexibility and adaptability

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Our company:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation.  We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

What we can offer you:

  • Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
  • Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
  • Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
  • Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
  • Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
  • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
  • Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities

Our Business:

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential.   MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more…

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

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