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
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 organisation 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 organisation 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
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