Quality Technician – Manufacturing
Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £35,000 DOE
Working Hours: Mon – Thurs: 8am–5pm | Fri: 8am–2pm
Be Part of a Leading UK Manufacturer
Are you a Quality Technician with a keen eye for detail and a passion for continuous improvement? This is your opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer with over 40 years of history, entering an exciting growth phase with major projects secured
What You’ll Be Doing as a Quality Technician
This dual-role offers the best of both worlds: hands-on inspection and high-level quality support. You’ll report to the QM and work closely with cross-functional teams in production, design, and customer support.
Key responsibilities include:
* Conducting incoming, in-process, and final inspections
* Supporting root cause analysis and 8D investigations
* Monitoring quality metrics and presenting improvement suggestions
* Assisting with ISO 9001 audits and compliance tasks
* Collaborating on continuous improvement initiatives and corrective actions
* Occasionally, building/testing assemblies for fault diagnosis
Essential skills and experience:
* Quality experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
* Strong grasp of inspection techniques
* Confidence with technical drawings and specifications
* Familiarity with tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, and Ishikawa
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MRP systems
* ISO 9001 internal auditor trained (or willingness to become certified)
Desirable attributes:
* Lean Six Sigma Yellow or Green Belt
* Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC)
* Strong communication skills and a pragmatic, hands-on mindset
Why Join This Company?
* Vertically integrated operation offering autonomy and variety
* Tight-knit, non-corporate culture where your input drives real change
* Work alongside a highly skilled team and contribute directly to quality improvements
* Opportunities for development into more technical or leadership roles
Who Should Apply?
This role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, is adaptable, and enjoys switching between inspection tasks and higher-level quality projects. If you're looking to step up from a senior inspection role or continue developing as a quality technician, this is an excellent opportunity.
Apply Today and take the next step in your quality career