Quality Technician

Looking for an exciting new challenge in a role that develops with you? Is working in an environment where relationships matter important? Do you want to work for a company that converts problems into opportunities? If so, then check out our vacancy below.

At Flexcon Europe Ltd we take a highly personalised and focused approach. We listen. We question to gain clarity. We innovate. We test. And we deliver. We have an exciting opportunity to join our Quality Team, based in our European Headquarters in Glenrothes.

LOCATION: Glenrothes

WORKING HOURS: Rotational weekly 12hr dayshift/nightshift pattern.

EDUCATION: HNC/HND (preferred) in Chemistry/Applied Sciences or equivalent experience, in a related discipline.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE: Up to 3 years experience (preferred)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide site wide quality support across processes and projects within manufacturing.
• Work with operations to create products that meet customer requirements while supporting the flow of the value stream.
• Evaluate data noting any relevant deviations from existing standards.
• Interpret test results and compare them to the specifications and control limits in place while providing recommendations on the appropriateness of data.
• Complete documentation necessary for the support of testing procedures and issue material non-conformances as needed.
• Determine if product meets specification.
• Issue work order remakes and/or stop shipments to customers as needed.
• Track order status through the system.
• Process remakes, quality alerts, on-holds and rejections.
• Assist driving quality improvement including involvement in quality lean group initiatives.
• Conduct analyses of in-process materials and finished goods checking for quality and that they meet necessary specifications.
• Test product following prescribed methods, recording results, and taking appropriate action based on results.
• Enter non-conformed material to the on-hold database where required.
• Develop and maintain inspection reports.
• Collect product samples from Manufacturing and conduct specified tests to verify conformance.
• Issue certificates of analysis (COA) to customers.
• Assist with analysis of data using statistical methods for customer specification development.
• Provide test data or other required information to Product Certification function in Weesp, The Netherlands, when requested.
• Complete incoming quality inspections (IQC) for raw material delivery.
• Participate in complaint investigation support as part of a team to work with customers where defects are reported.
• Gather, file, and archive retains of materials produced within manufacturing.
• Create, maintain, and utilize statistical process control (SPC) charts to analyze test results.
• Note runs, trends or other out of control situations and notify supervisor.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing methodology and thinking.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement new methods accordingly.
• Conduct necessary audits at prescribed frequencies: QMS, process and static audits.
• Stay current with issues and share knowledge through participation in cross shift and department dialog including meetings, emails, reports, and other means of communication.
• Plan and arrange own work according to the daily activity schedule.
• Use basic statistics, product, and process knowledge.
• Review ISO control documents.
• Prepare and implement temporary work instructions (TWI).
• Attend Town Hall, Kaizen, DPI, Risk Analysis, FMEA, Safety and other meetings, where appropriate.
• Order laboratory supplies.
• Perform other related duties as required or directed.

Competencies and Skills:

• Analytical thinking skills, ability to spot trends in data.
• Curious and questioning.
• Problem solving.
• Enthusiastic about starting a career in the coating materials industry!
• Passionate about working safely.
• A team player with good communication skills.
• Willing to learn and develop.
• A desire to make a difference and continuously improve.

What you’ll get in return:

A competitive salary and benefits package in line with your experience. Continuous training and improvement to help you achieve your goals.

Sound good? Then please submit your CV and a covering letter, letting us know what you will bring to the role by 10am, Monday, 13th July 2026. We look forward to hearing from you.