Quality Control Supervisor | NMB Minebea UK Ltd | Aerospace Manufacturing

Are you a quality leader who takes pride in precision, standards, and doing things the right way?

Do you want to work for a global engineering organisation whose components quite literally keep the world moving — from aerospace systems to high-performance industrial applications?

NMB Minebea UK Ltd, part of the global MinebeaMitsumi Group, is seeking a Quality Control Supervisor to lead its Final Inspection team at its advanced manufacturing facility in Lincoln. This is an opportunity to join a company renowned for engineering excellence, long-term investment, and a culture built on continuous improvement.

NMB is a trusted supplier to major aerospace and industrial customers worldwide, combining Japanese manufacturing discipline with British engineering expertise. Their Lincoln site specialises in high-precision components manufactured to the most demanding standards, making quality leadership absolutely mission-critical.

Reporting to the Quality Control Manager, this role offers genuine influence over inspection standards, team performance, and continuous improvement across the shop floor. You will lead from the front — ensuring Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Improvement targets are consistently achieved

Key Duties of the Quality Control Supervisor

• Leadership & Team Supervision
• Lead the Final Inspection team across both shifts (approx. 10 team members)
• Provide clear direction, coaching, and escalation support for inspection personnel
• Drive effective shift communication to ensure priorities and quality alerts are understood
• Act as a key interface between Quality Control and other departments
• Inspection, Compliance & Technical Oversight
• Ensure inspection processes comply with AS9100 and AS9102 aerospace requirements
• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements accurately
• Maintain robust inspection documentation and highlight non-conformities
• Support resolution of dimensional or measurement issues with production and engineering
• Continuous Improvement & Process Control
• Drive 5S standards and workplace organisation
• Support improvement initiatives using tools such as 8D, Kaizen, SPC, and Gauge R&R
• Ensure inspection equipment is validated and fit for purpose
• Contribute to departmental initiatives and workload planning

If you are a Quality Control Supervisor / Quality Lead looking to grow your career in a reputable aerospace engineering organization, apply today. Suitable candidates will be contacted within 48 hours!