At a Glance
- Tasks: Support quality assurance activities and maintain compliance records in a dynamic environment.
- Company: CAF Rolling Stock UK, a leader in the rail industry with a commitment to quality.
- Benefits: Generous annual leave, healthcare plan, life assurance, and excellent pension scheme.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional development and community engagement through charity work.
- Why this job: Join a team that values quality and make a real impact on innovative projects.
- Qualifications: Technical or Quality discipline qualification and knowledge of IPC WHMA620 standards.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
The Senior QA Technician supports the effective operation of the site’s Quality Management System by executing key quality assurance activities, maintaining compliance records, coordinating audits, and assisting in the deployment of corporate quality initiatives. Working closely with the Senior QMS Engineer, the role ensures that quality processes are implemented consistently across the site and that improvement actions are followed through to closure.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the implementation and maintenance of the site’s QMS in line with corporate policies and regulations.
- Assist in internal and external audits; coordinate evidence, track actions, and follow up to ensure timely closure.
- Maintain the UK MNCR system, monitor pending actions and deadlines, and support working groups in closing actions.
- Support the UK process review system and follow up on improvement actions with relevant teams.
- Monitor corporate QMS documentation updates and communicate changes to UK teams.
- Participate in process forums with HQ to stay aligned with QMS requirements and share UK input.
- Provide QMS performance updates to the Senior QMS Engineer and Head of Quality.
- Prepare weekly, biweekly, and monthly QMS status reports.
- Join regular meetings with HQ to report UK progress.
- Support the deployment and monitoring of Quality Initiatives in the UK.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate quality into daily operations and promote a quality culture.
- Maintain the UK asset calibration system in compliance with CAF Group standards.
- Support Special Processes compliance activities under the guidance of the Senior QMS Engineer/ Special Processes Coordinator.
- Assist SQA, Production QA, and other departments by contributing to QA continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support the deployment of HQ Quality initiatives in the UK.
- Carry out other duties as required by the line manager.
Qualifications
- Qualification in a Technical or Quality discipline.
- IPC WHMA620 Requirements and acceptance for cable and wire harness assemblies.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave (increasing with length of service) + 8 bank holidays; plus annual leave carry over / cash-in option.
- Healthcare Cash Plan including claimable costs for optical, dental and other health benefits.
- Day 1 Life Assurance cover, amounting to 4x Annual Salary.
- Free Eye Tests for all DSE users.
- Excellent Pension Scheme with 3% Employee and 6% Employer contributions.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Enhanced Family Friendly Pay and Leave Benefits.
- Access to exclusive rewards, discounts and special offers at over 1000 leading high street and online retailers.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Support line.
- Professional Membership and Sponsorship Policy for Colleague Development.
- 8 paid hours per year, working with local charities in support of Social Value.
- Dedicated Women’s Network.
- Proud signatories of the Dying to Work Charter; Living Wage Foundation and Armed Forces covenant.
Senior Quality Technician #RO #UK in Newport employer: CAF Rolling Stock UK
CAF Rolling Stock UK is an exceptional employer located in Newport, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises quality and employee development. With comprehensive benefits including generous annual leave, healthcare plans, and a commitment to professional growth through sponsorship and community engagement, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. The company's dedication to quality initiatives and collaboration fosters a dynamic environment where every team member can contribute to meaningful improvements in the rail industry.
