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Dimensional Inspector

On-site in Sheffield·Full-time·Added 9 days ago (last checked 3 Oct)

Overview

Job details

  • Full-time

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Work on-site in Sheffield

    No relocation package mentioned.

Benefits

  • Up to 9% employer pension

    Paid in by the employer, per the ad. The legal minimum is 3%.

  • Cycle to work scheme

    Commuter benefits named in the ad.

Skills

Nice to have

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Experience in dimensional inspection, mark out and interpreting engineering drawings.
  • Competent using a range of dimensional inspection and metrology equipment.
  • Good attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate inspection reports and documentation.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues, customers and suppliers.
  • Self-motivated, adaptable and committed to continuous improvement and safe working practices.

Nice to have

  • Engineering apprenticeship, dimensional inspection qualifications or CAD experience would be advantageous.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Stability, with large-scale & long-term investment and orders already secured into the 2040s.
  • A programme of redevelopment that will include state-of-the-art new machinery and facilities on site.
  • Up to 9% employer pension contribution.
  • Life Assurance Scheme as part of the pension programme, 4 x annual salary.
  • All Employee Bonus Scheme, up to £1000 paid annually, dependent on company performance.
  • Onsite canteen.
  • Free onsite parking and available EV chargers.
  • Multi-Faith Room.
  • Long service award scheme.
  • Free Sheffield Forgemasters branded coat upon joining, with other branded workwear available to purchase online.
  • You at Work - Access to online discounts portal.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Cycle to Work scheme.
  • Discounted Westfield Health Plan Scheme.
  • Onsite Occupational Health Team, providing health screening and wellbeing initiatives and support, including but not limited to:
    • Availability to confidentially discuss any physical or mental health concerns.
    • Referrals and access to Physiotherapy sessions, when required.
    • Ear irrigation.
    • Flu Vaccinations.
    • Blood Pressure management clinics.
    • Weight management clinics.
    • Occupational Health checks in line with health promotion and wellbeing events. e.g. Cholesterol, Blood sugar, Icle tests, etc.
    • Health promotion campaigns, utilising outside companies / charities, such as Andy's Man Club.
    • Access to Zest Fit - Lifestyle Coach.
    • Skills for life sessions offered to all, including CPR, managing bleeds, burns etc.
    • Financial Wellbeing Sessions - Pension providers coming on site to talk to colleagues and offering advice.
    • Chaplain Service.
  • Support for ex-military and reservists in employment as a bronze accredited participant in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

Visa & relocation

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. People working with government / MOD assets must complete Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks.

Please be aware that many roles at Sheffield Forgemasters are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 - 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

For additional information or if you would like to discuss working for Sheffield Forgemasters or a specific role in more detail, please email Recruitment@sfel.com.

The role

At Sheffield Forgemasters we have an exciting opportunity for a Dimensional Inspector to join our team. This role is based at our 64-acre site, sitting in the heart of Sheffield, and will be working as part of our Dimensional Inspection Department, supporting key manufacturing areas across the business.

What you'll do

As a Dimensional Inspector, you will carry out dimensional inspection and mark out activities on cast, forged and wrought products, ensuring components conform to engineering drawings and quality standards while producing the associated inspection documentation.

  • Carry out dimensional inspection and mark out activities on cast, forged and machined components.
  • Use a range of inspection equipment, including traditional metrology tools, FARO Arms, laser scanners and trackers.
  • Verify compliance against engineering drawings, produce inspection documentation and report non-conformances.
  • Support machining, fabrication and assembly activities through accurate component measurement and setup.
  • Work collaboratively with production teams, customers and inspectors to resolve dimensional issues and ensure quality standards are achieved.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, investigations and the development of inspection methods and technology.
  • Promote safe working practices and support the development of apprentices and new team members.

How you'll work

This is a full-time role working a 3 shift rotation: Mornings, Afternoons and Nights.

We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements that align with our policies. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office-based and remote working. Applicants can request further information regarding the policy and how this may work in their role, from our People & Culture Team and / or the line manager for the applicable role.

About Sheffield Forgemasters

Industry
Steel Forging and Engineering

In their own words

About the company & team

Sheffield Forgemasters is an iconic steel production and engineering company, with a history that can be traced back to the 1750s, starting life as a small blacksmith forge. We have since gone through many evolutions and gone by several different names and guises, whilst consistently being at the forefront of innovation and new process development in the steel industry.

Recognising Sheffield Forgemasters as a global leader in the designing, manufacturing and delivering of world-class steel forgings and castings, we were acquired by the UK Ministry of Defence in 2021. The acquisition has secured our role as a critical supplier to the next generation of UK defence programmes. As part of this programme of work, £1.3bn is being invested in modernising our plant and equipment, creating new opportunities for the business and our colleagues.

Additional information

As well as having the skills, knowledge and experience for this role, we are also looking for someone who embodies our core values: Customer Focus; Working Together; Trust & Respect; Quality & Innovation and Safety & Wellbeing.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do at Sheffield Forgemasters. It's vital that our workforce reflects the diversity of both our local catchment area and the wider society in the UK, so we're proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities.

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