We are seeking an experienced and proactive Interim Inspection Team Leader to provide essential leadership during a period of maternity leave. This is a vital role in maintaining operational continuity, upholding inspection standards, and ensuring the team continues to perform efficiently. You will oversee the day-to-day running of the inspection team, working closely with cross-functional teams to support production targets and drive quality compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervise and support the Inspection team on a daily basis
Manage workloads, prioritise tasks, and align with wider production schedules
Monitor time and attendance, approve holidays, and ensure effective staffing
Support onboarding and training of new team members
Maintain quality standards and compliance with internal procedures
Attend planning and coordination meetings as required
Motivate and guide the team through the interim period
Identify and implement short-term process improvements
Person Specification:
Essential:
Proven leadership experience, ideally within inspection or quality control
Strong communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills
High attention to detail with accurate documentation skills
Proficient in IT and fluent in written and spoken English
Desirable:
Understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS)
Previous experience in interim or maternity cover roles
Health & Safety:
The role holder is expected to take reasonable care for the health, safety, and welfare of themselves and others and to ensure compliance with company H&S policies and safe working practices.