CMS Recruitment are currently working with a very well known Engineering company based in Gateshead. They are currently looking to recruit for a Quality Technician. As part of the Quality department reporting to the Quality Engineer and Group Quality Manager this position is to manage the Q.A. engineering aspects of delivering new / transferred / current assembly / stamping tools, processes and equipment in line with Customer approval processes and supporting production requirements Key Accountabilities Liaise directly with all relevant customer(s) Support internal and Customer containment activities Support all relevant customer concerns raised using 8D methodology Oversee the investigation of internal concerns Complete detailed product and process audits in accordance with IATF16949 Assist in the training of personnel in all aspects of business processes To initiate all supplier raised concerns and support supplier management process Quarantine Log & Area maintenance Containment and rework analysis press & assembly Containment List - Reduction / Inspection improvement Carry out routine and non-routine testing (where applicable) Conduct periodic capability studies, MSA, revalidations and calibration Maintenance and improvements to documentation when required Provide support with all CI, Business Improvement Matrix and Quality Road Maps Carry out inspections and testing where required Jig making and maintenance Support engineering activities Translate assembly drawing requirements into measurement set-ups Key Experiences and Qualifications Computer literate; Microsoft Office Skills Auditor skills Problem solving skills Ability to plan workload A current driving licence Experience of cosmetic panel manufacturing processes and assembly operations required Understanding customer drawings and specifications Quality, Engineering and tooling skilled Desirable Skills and Experience Required Previous experience conducting audits within a manufacturing environment Minimum of 2 years experience working within Automotive / Off highway Assembly technical skills Jig making skills GD&T qualification IATF 16949 Auditor qualification Personal Attributes Leadership - strong, consistent, clear, inspire others, integrity, ability to drive through change Empowering others delegation of trust, correct controls, feedback, communicate accountability and responsibility Action orientated able to deal with problems in appropriate time frames Driven by results decisive, confident addressing problems and opportunities challenging activities to improve performance, demonstrate willingness to challenge accepted methods and standards Effective communication clear concise written and spoken, ability at all levels, customer, suppler and internal Strategic agility recognition of a changing need and speed of response, rapid reaction to challenges High Standards demonstrating a motivation to improve standards and thereby making a real difference, challenging inadequate solutions Integrity and trust demonstrating a sense of commitment to openness, honesty, loyalty and high standards in undertaking the role People management demonstrating commitment to working and engaging constructively with internal and external stakeholders To apply for this position please send across an updated CV! TPBN1_UKTJ
