Quality Technician / Junior Quality Engineer
Wetherby, West Yorkshire
£30000 - £35000
Hours: Full-Time, Permanent
Overview
A fantastic opportunity for a detail-driven Quality Technician / Junior Quality Engineer to join a specialist manufacturing business producing high-performance technical textiles for demanding industrial, aerospace, automotive and engineering applications.
This role supports daily quality activities across the full production lifecycle — from incoming material checks and in-process inspection to customer complaint investigations and continuous improvement projects. Ideal for someone with 1–3 years’ manufacturing quality experience who wants to progress into a full Quality Engineer role.
Key Responsibilities
Non-Conformance Management
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Investigate NCRs using structured problem-solving tools (Root Cause Analysis, 5 Whys, Ishikawa, Is/Is Not).
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Quarantine, document and manage non-conforming materials and finished goods.
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Support corrective and preventive actions, verifying effectiveness and tracking closure.
Supplier Quality & Incoming Materials
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Raise supplier NCRs and follow up with vendors to ensure corrective actions are implemented.
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Support incoming inspection activities to maintain material standards.
Customer Complaint Handling
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Log and classify customer complaints in line with internal processes.
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Carry out detailed investigations and prepare clear corrective action reports.
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Ensure containment and corrective actions are implemented to prevent recurrence.
Compliance & Documentation
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Maintain quality records in line with ISO 9001 and customer requirements.
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Support internal audits and contribute to the wider quality management system.
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Update work instructions, inspection sheets and controlled documentation.
Required Skills & Experience
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Experience in quality control or inspection within manufacturing (1–3 years ideal).
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Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to use structured quality tools.
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Ability to read technical specifications and follow quality standards.
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Accurate documentation and reporting abilities.
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IT literate (Excel, QC/ERP systems).
Preferred / Desirable
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Exposure to textile processes (woven, nonwoven, coating, lamination) or willingness to learn.
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Experience in technical textiles, aerospace, automotive or industrial manufacturing.
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Familiarity with ISO 9001.
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Internal audit training (ISO 9001) beneficial.
What’s Offered
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Long-term career progression into a Quality Engineer role.
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Supportive and collaborative environment.
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Training and development opportunities.
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Competitive salary and benefits package