Quality Technician

Product Quality & Inspection

· Working under the direction of the Quality Engineer to complete assigned tasks according to priority.

· Carry out visual & dimensional quality inspections of components, sub-assemblies and completed machines at defined stages of production.

· Complete Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI) on finished machines in accordance with approved digital check lists

and customer requirements. Verifying products against technical drawings, customer specifications, SOPs and other relevant documentation.

· Identify, record and report non-conformances to the Quality and Production teams.

· Support the investigation of internal and customer-reported quality issues.

· Participate in implementing preventative and/or corrective actions in response to internal or external complaints.

· Carry out follow-up inspections to verify that identified defects have been rectified.

· Monitor workmanship and compliance with defined Quality standards across the manufacturing process.

· Update information and maintain data on necessary records e.g. measuring data, check sheets, pre-use inspections, preventative maintenance, return/collection notes, contractors etc.

· Conduct checks to monitor compliance with Quality standards in accordance with ISO 9001:2015

Quality Management System

· Support the day-to-day maintenance of the company's IMS and Quality Management System.

· Assist with the upkeep of the Non-Conformance register.

· Assist the Quality team with internal audits according to schedule and in preparation for external audits.

· Assist in the review of current work processes/procedures, to develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s

· Maintain Quality records and ensure required documentation is completed and retained correctly.

· Assist with the maintenance of all quality records: digital systems, inspection forms and check lists.

· Collect and record Quality data to support KPI monitoring, trend analysis and continuous improvement.

· Assist with the control and maintenance of calibration records and measuring equipment.

Audits & Compliance

· Assist with scheduled internal audits and preparation for customer and external audits.

· Carry out routine compliance checks against company Quality procedures and standards.

· Assist with monitoring compliance with ISO 9001 requirements and applicable customer-specific requirements.

· Support the implementation and monitoring of actions arising from audits and Quality reviews.

Training & Communication

· Assist with the preparation and delivery of quality-related training, including inductions, quality alerts, toolbox talks and SOP training.

· Promote a right-first-time approach and good Quality practices throughout the manufacturing environment.

· Communicate quality issues clearly to Production personnel and escalate significant or recurring issues to the Senior Quality Engineer.

General Quality Support

· Assist with the administration of 8D returns and collection records where required.

· Support the quality team with document control, filing, scanning and other general quality administration.

· Assist with the preparation of quality reports and data for management review and KPI reporting.

· Undertake any other reasonable quality-related duties within capability and experience, as directed by the Senior Quality Engineer or Senior Managers.

Pay: £12.75-£16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (preferred)
• Knowledge around Quality Standards: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person