Quality Inspector

Overview Morgan Advanced Materials  is a world leader in advanced materials science and engineering of ceramics, carbon and composites. We operate in a series of well-defined markets where our applications expertise offers our customers a valuable differentiator, engineering high-specification materials, components and sub-assembly parts that solve their challenging technical problems. The  Technical Ceramics  business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges. The business employs advanced materials science and applications expertise to produce parts that enhance reliability or improve the performance of its customers’ products. Much of what the global business unit makes is used in demanding, harsh or critical environments. Our Technical Ceramics business works in selected segments of the electronics, energy, healthcare, industrial, petrochemicals, security and transport markets, typically in close collaborative customer relationships. Group Key Figures:  Revenue £910m (2020), ~7,500 employees, manufacturing in 30+ countries, and customers in 100+ countries. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK.  Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index. Responsibilities Quality matters here, and not just at the end of the process. This role plays a key part in making sure manufactured parts meet customer requirements, industry standards, and internal quality expectations before they leave the facility. If you enjoy working with precision equipment, interpreting engineering drawings, and being the person who spots issues before they become problems, you'll fit right in. This is a hands-on inspection role where your attention to detail genuinely makes a difference. The Role As a Senior Quality Inspector, you'll be responsible for inspecting components, maintaining quality documentation, supporting production teams, and helping ensure compliance with AS9100D requirements. You'll work closely with Quality Engineers and manufacturing teams to keep products moving while maintaining the standards customers expect. This position suits someone who is confident working independently, comfortable using inspection equipment, and experienced in reading technical drawings and specifications. What You'll Do Perform receiving and final inspections before parts are released to packaging Inspect components using sampling plans or 100% inspection requirements, depending on customer specifications Operate optical comparators, Vertex inspection equipment, and other quality inspection tools Create and maintain programs for Vertex inspection equipment Review and complete quality documentation in line with AS9100D procedures Support Quality Engineers with self-release inspections when needed Manage and coordinate calibration activities for measuring tools and inspection equipment Initiate MRB reviews when quality concerns arise and coordinate involvement from relevant stakeholders Maintain product traceability throughout the inspection process Partner with production teams on in-process inspection requests and quality-related issues Qualifications About You / What You'll Bring High school diploma or equivalent Experience in a quality inspection role within a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of blueprint and drawing interpretation, including GD&T and ANSI Y14.5 standards Hands-on experience with inspection equipment and precision measuring tools Ability to create and manage inspection programs using Vertex equipment Good communication skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving Ability to work with limited supervision while supporting a team environment Comfortable lifting up to 35 pounds as part of normal job duties Ability to meet pre-employment screening requirements Eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with applicable regulations What You'll Get Competitive hourly pay: $27.00 - $35.00 Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on your first day of regular full-time employment 401(k) plan Vacation, holiday, and sick time Quarterly bonus opportunity Training and development opportunities to support career growth A team-focused environment where quality is taken seriously, but not at the expense of common sense Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Morgan Advanced Materials is an Equal Opportunity employer.  We ensure equal opportunity to support diversity with respect to sex, race, religion, culture, creed, national orientation, sexual orientation, age or disability or any other status protected by law.  Morgan Advanced Materials is an EEO/AA/M/W/D/V Employer. IND-1