At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect and ensure quality of advanced prosthetic technology and orthotic devices.
- Company: Join Blatchford, a global leader in innovative mobility solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, 30% shift allowance, and 25 days holiday.
- Other info: Be part of an award-winning team focused on courage, learning, and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives through cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: HNC in Engineering and experience with metrology equipment required.
The predicted salary is between 26500 - 27500 £ per year.
Blatchford is a multi-award-winning, global manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices. Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users. Through innovation, science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Control Technician to be based at our brand-new, state-of-the-art manufacturing site in Basingstoke.
Hours: Double day shifts, 6am – 2pm/2pm-10pm
What can we offer you?
- Competitive salary
- 30% shift allowance
- 25 days holiday – increased after service. Option to purchase additional holiday.
- Pension
- On Demand Pay
- Health cash plan
- Discounted shopping/leisure activity vouchers
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Opportunity to be part of an award-winning organisation with a culture that centres around our core values; courage, learning, integrity, collaboration, and innovation.
The role:
As Quality Control Technician, you will inspect manufactured and purchased products in accordance with company drawings & specifications.
Key duties and responsibilities:
- Metrology inspection of purchased and manufactured products in accordance with drawings, processes, internal documentation and any other requirements.
- Inspecting components using QC equipment – micrometres, verniers, gauges etc.
- Inspecting components using QC preprogrammed equipment – CMM and VMM.
- Supporting NPD with parts/products requiring inspection and reports.
- Liaising with the relevant technical authority on any technical issue.
- Supporting MRB Reviews when necessary.
- Supporting CAPA investigations, internally & externally as and when required.
- Performing and/or supporting Gauge R&R or MSA reviews in line with company requirements.
- Supporting calibration when necessary.
- Supporting both Internal & External audits.
What are we looking for?
As Quality Control Technician, you will have the following:
Key skills and experience:
- HNC or equivalent in an Engineering Discipline.
- Trained and experienced in the use of CMM and VMM.
- Experience in machining and milling, ideally within the medical or aerospace sector.
- Familiar with GD&T and confident in a variety of metrology equipment ranging from a micrometre to CMM/VMM.
- Ability to read drawings and determine the method of inspection.
- Ability to write Inspection Reports.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Team player.
Quality Control Technician employer: Blatchford
Blatchford is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our cutting-edge manufacturing site in Basingstoke. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, we provide competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and numerous benefits including a health cash plan and a cycle to work scheme. Our culture of collaboration, innovation, and integrity fosters personal and professional growth, making it an ideal place for those passionate about making a difference in the field of advanced prosthetic technology.
