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For Companies Smart Manufacturing Solutions is currently recruiting for a Quality Technician on behalf of one of our esteemed clients located in Stockton-on-Tees. This is a key role within the organisation, where the successful candidate will serve as an integral part of the quality team, with responsibilities extending across multiple sites.
Responsibilities:
- Completion of product inspections inline with internal and external requirements; covering goods-in, final inspection, new parts, internal and external non-conformances, and containments.
- Verifying product conformance with the operation and application of various traditional inspection equipment, utilising different inspection methods and techniques.
- Using engineering drawings to perform technical inspections for new/prototype parts through our NPI system; producing documentation (ISIR/F&F/PPAP) for relevant stakeholders.
- Completion of daily process audits and random process inspections, challenging process failures and/or weaknesses, organising and contributing to the resolution of identified failures.
- Produce 8D reports and issue to relevant stakeholders in line with Company KPIs.
- Resolve internal, supplier and customer non-conformances by methodologically investigating the manufacturing process to determine the root cause, through application of investigation & improvement methods such as 4M’s, 5 whys, cause and effect diagrams.
- Design and develop process controls such as pins/jigs/template/check sheets/SOPs/working instructions.
- Assist in maintaining Quality Management System to accreditation ISO9001 & 45001 by performing internal audits and process improvements in line with Katmex KPIs.
- Contribute to continuous improvement activities utilizing methodologies such as TQM, Kaizen, 5S, 6 Sigma.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 5 years experience working within an industrial environment.
- Minimum of 5 years experience working within a quality role.
- City and Guilds or equivalent level 4 or HNC/D - preferred.
- Good understanding of quality methodologies.
- Good understanding of engineering drawings.
- Display competence with the application of Quality tools such as 5 whys, 4Ms, and Cause & Effect diagrams to aid root cause analysis.
- Internal auditor to ISO 9001 & 45001 - preferred.
Working Hours:
Dayshift - Monday to Thursday 06:00 to 14:15, Friday 06:00 to 12:45. Backshift - Monday to Thursday 14:15 to 22:30, Friday 12:45 to 19:30.
Quality Technician employer: smart manufacturing solutions
Smart Manufacturing Solutions is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Stockton-on-Tees where quality and innovation are at the forefront. Employees benefit from a strong culture of continuous improvement, with ample opportunities for professional growth through training in quality methodologies and engineering practices. The company values its team members, providing a supportive atmosphere that encourages collaboration and excellence in quality assurance.
Contact Detail:
smart manufacturing solutions Recruiting Team
