Quality Technician Manufacturing / Quality Engineering Location: UK (Multi-site role – two UK locations) Salary: £34,000 – £40,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday – 8 hours per day (including 30-minute break) Contract: Permanent | Full-Time About the Role We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established Quality Engineering and Manufacturing business seeking an experienced Quality Technician to support and continuously improve their ISO 9001 Quality Management System across two UK sites. This role requires a strong shop-floor presence, working closely with mill operators and production teams to maintain product quality, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement. It is a hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys being involved in day-to-day operations while maintaining robust quality systems. Key Responsibilities Support, maintain, and continuously improve the ISO 9001 Quality Management System Carry out daily quality inspections and control activities on the shop floor Ensure manufactured products meet customer, regulatory, and internal specifications Work closely with production teams to resolve quality issues and prevent reoccurrence Investigate, manage, and close internal and external non-conformances Apply 8D problem-solving and other quality tools Identify, recommend, and implement continuous improvement initiatives Review and monitor raw material quality and supplier performance Liaise professionally with customers and suppliers to resolve quality concerns Identify and manage quality-related business risks Support change control processes within the business Conduct internal audits and support external audits Perform inspection, testing, and verification activities Prepare reports, maintain records, and support quality KPIs Skills & Attributes Required Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 Systems-based approach to quality management Customer-focused mindset Experience with 8D problem-solving and quality core tools Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work as part of a team and use initiative Strong decision-making and organisational skills Experience working with suppliers and customer liaison Continuous improvement mindset Computer literate Full UK driving licence (required) SAP experience (desirable) Qualifications & Experience Attainments GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English at grade C/4 or above Quality-related certification (auditing, quality control, or similar) preferred Experience Experience within a Quality department in a manufacturing environment Experience supporting or operating a QMS in a large manufacturing facility Exposure to materials testing or metallurgy of mild and stainless steel (advantageous) Automotive supply experience and PPAP knowledge (advantageous) Personal Attributes Strong understanding of health and safety regulations Proactive problem-solver with strong analytical skills Able to adapt quickly and learn new skills and techniques Capable of supervising junior technicians Good planning, prioritisation, and organisational skills High level of honesty, integrity, and professionalism Benefits 23 days holiday 8 public holidays Company pension scheme Death in Service benefit Medicash health cash plan Stable, long-term role within a growing manufacturing business Interested? Apply today or contact our recruitment team for a confidential discussion about this opportunity