Are you an experienced Quality Control Co-ordinator from the textile, chemicals or coatings industry?
We’re supporting a respected textile manufacturer in Greater Manchester, as they search for a QC Co-ordinator to join their team! You’ll play a key part in staying ahead of quality challenges and making sure customer requirements are met to the highest standard.
It’s a hands‑on role with plenty of variety and a great opportunity for someone ambitious who wants to carve out a long-term career within a highly regarded textile manufacturer.
Your role will be spread across two sites, so you do need to have a full, clean driving licence (you can use the company pool car to travel between the sites (maybe twice a week maximum)).
What You’ll Get
* Salary £25k – £29k (DOE)
* 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Your birthday off!
* Company pension scheme
* Christmas bonus (discretionary)
* Healthcare scheme
About You
* Previous experience in a quality or lab focused role is ideal
* Strong attention to detail with an analytical mindset
* Confident communicator with suppliers and internal teams
* Able to manage your own workload and see tasks through
* Flexible, proactive and happy working as part of a team
* Full UK driving licence (essential)
* Comfortable using Excel, Word and reporting tools
* Textiles experience is advantageous, but the right attitude matters more
About the Role
* On-site 5 days per week (working across two Manchester sites, outside of peak travel times – 30 min drive with pool car access)
* Complete technical checks and test bulk production samples
* Work with suppliers to approve goods and resolve issues
* Record quality data and keep sample storage organised
* Assess bulk deliveries using an AQL framework
* Update the ERP system with accurate PO status
* Carry out in‑house fabric testing (abrasion, strength, colour, chemical)
* Arrange external testing with third‑party labs
* Manage and share test data with the wider team
* Issue standards and technical data to suppliers
* Support stock investigations and assess returned goods
* Manage supplier approvals, priorities and backlogs
* Set up and manage the new Master Sample library and process
About the Company
* Long‑established, family‑owned textile business
* Supportive, down‑to‑earth team with strong values
* Known for quality, innovation and long‑term partnerships