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Product Inspection Engineering Manager
Gillingham, Kent
Full-time | Monday to Thursday 08:00–16:30, Friday 08:00–13:00
Hybrid working available after probation (up to 2 days WFH)

Benefits

* 25 days holiday + bank holidays

* Subsidised staff restaurant

* Dental plan

* Pension scheme

* On-site parking

* Monthly pay (19th)

* On-site gym & local discounts

* Employee Assistance Programme

* Hybrid working (after probation)

* Relocation supports up to £6,000

We’re recruiting on behalf of our client, a global leader in advanced engineering solutions, seeking a Product Inspection Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing team of engineers and technicians. This role supports the development of cutting-edge technologies focused on cleaner, more sustainable mobility solutions.

Why join our client?

With over a century of manufacturing heritage and a presence in more than 20 countries, our client combines innovation with purpose. You'll be joining a forward-thinking, inclusive business committed to engineering excellence and a cleaner future.

The Role

You will lead and develop the product inspection team, manage advanced inspection and metrology equipment, and play a key role in continuous improvement and quality assurance processes. Your expertise will contribute to key projects from new product development to performance validation.

Key responsibilities include:

* Leading, mentoring, and developing the Product Inspection team

* Managing and maintaining advanced inspection technologies

* Driving continuous improvement and risk management

* Representing the business with suppliers and customers

* Managing multiple projects across cross-functional teams

* Ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards

* Overseeing inspection training and calibration schedules

What we’re looking for

* Proven leadership in engineering or lab environments

* Experience in precision engineering and metrology

* Strong understanding of GD&T and surface measurement

* Familiarity with 3D metrology and inspection systems

* Experience in the automotive sector (ideally diesel systems)

* Excellent communication and stakeholder management

* Programming skills (MATLAB, Python, VBA) desirable

* Detail-oriented, data-driven, and solutions-focused

Be part of an organisation that champions innovation, integrity, and sustainability — where your leadership will directly shape the future of cleaner technology.

Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status

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