Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?What to expectThe Quality Technical Assistant provides support to the Quality Department by testing and checking materials and products to ensure they meet the required standards. The role includes recording results, reporting trends, maintaining tooling systems, assisting with repairs, and supporting internal audits to improve quality and reduce waste.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesTest, analyse, and check materials and products at all stages of production.Record results accurately and inform the Quality Co-ordinator of any trends or issues.Approve and release materials according to quality procedures.Process laboratory requests and issue inspection reports and product certificates.Maintain the tooling management system, including inspections, reports, and records.Manage new tools and moulds, organise tooling transfers, and keep tooling lists up to date.Coordinate internal and external tool repairs and monitor costs.Support the engineering team with priority lists for tool repairs.Carry out internal quality audits to improve processes, reduce waste, and prevent defects.Support overall quality management processes as directed by the Quality Co-ordinator or Quality Manager.Keys to SuccessRequires established skills to perform a range of day-to-day activitiesRequires knowledge and skills gained through formal training or considerable work experienceSupervisory ResponsibilitiesHas no supervisory responsibilities; manages own workloadWorks within established procedures with a moderate degree of supervisionUnderstands how the assigned duties relate to others in the team and how the team integrates with other teamsImpacts own team through the accuracy and quality of work; follows procedures and receives regular supervisionUses communication skills to exchange informationSolves routine problems without supervisory approval; evaluates and selects solutions from established optionsRequirements And Preferred Skills0-1 years of experience working in a quality or manufacturing environment would be adventagous.Requires good communication skills both written and verbal.Must possess good organisational and time management skills.Confident using computers and software systems for data recording and analysis.Why Gates?Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.Work EnvironmentGates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.GDPR: Gates are committed to protecting your private data. Please see below the link to our Job Applicants Privacy Statement which we would ask you to read in full. By applying for this position, you confirm that you have read, understood and accepted this policy.https://www.gates.com/us/en/knowledge-center/resource-library/policies-and-statements/gates-job-applicants-privacy-statement.html