At a Glance
- Tasks: Join the Quality Assurance team to enhance quality management systems and ensure product excellence.
- Company: Luxfer MEL Technologies, a global leader in speciality materials and chemicals.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, 25 days holiday, personal development opportunities, and onsite canteen.
- Other info: Dynamic role with excellent teamwork and career growth potential.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in quality assurance while working with innovative technologies.
- Qualifications: Diploma in Engineering, Operations, or related field; experience in industrial environments preferred.
The predicted salary is between 22050 - 25750 £ per year.
Location: Swinton, Manchester
Department: Quality & Compliance
Salary: £22,050 - £25,750 per annum
About Luxfer: Luxfer MEL Technologies is a leading manufacturer of high performance, speciality materials and chemicals in the Catalysis, Ceramics and Aerospace markets; operating globally to ISO9001:2015, IATF16949, EN9100REV D. Compliance is maintained to all applicable Local, statutory and Federal Regulations across the globe.
About the Role: You will join our 2026 intake of Year in Industry students, working in the Quality Assurance Department as part of the team controlling and developing the quality management systems under the guidance of the Quality Manager. The role will involve facilitating and managing activities related to the QMS which could include:
- Contract Review
- Corrective Action/Preventative Action (CAPA)
- Non-Conformance Management/concessions
- Product release to Product Specifications on site or with sub-contractors
- Maintaining calibration tools
- Internal Auditing
You will complete or assign actions and ensure associated documentation is up to date as directed by the Quality Manager. You will demonstrate excellent teamwork and accountability, influencing colleagues in other departments. Other tasks will be allocated, as required, from across the Quality and Compliance Team that will be part of the continuing development and improvement of the Quality Initiatives across all arenas. For instance, you may be involved maintaining the QMS document libraries. You will be based in the Manchester, UK office and the role will require working closely with other departments.
Main Duties:
- Work safely and comply with all company HSE requirements
- Work with the Quality and Compliance and Materials QC Departments
- Complete activities related to SAP QM, Corrective Action/Preventative Action (CAPA), Internal Audits, NCP/concessions, ensuring timely completion of actions where attention to detail and accuracy is paramount
- Carry out internal audits and preferably audits of external suppliers and sub contracted processes
- Work with the Company’s Intranet and SharePoint information and document systems
- Liaise with Quality Managers and other third parties over quality related issues
- Work with other departments on quality aspects of operational and continuous improvements
- Any other duties within the post holder’s competence as requested
We are looking for candidates that have:
- Diploma qualification in Engineering, Operations, Material Science, Chemistry, or related Science subject
- Experience of working in an industrial or manufacturing environment
- Experience using MS Office; Excel – Intermediate level e.g. graphs, data analysis; Word, Outlook and PowerPoint – Basic
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Communication with a wide range of people internally and externally – verbally and written
- Must have ability to work well under pressure
- Organizational skills
- Problem Solving skills
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and accuracy in all communications
- Team player who demonstrates a high level of commitment, adopts a flexible and positive approach
- Committed to company values: Customer First, Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Personal Development and Teamwork
What we offer:
- A basic salary of £22,050 - £25,750 per annum depending on experience / year of study
- Company pension
- 25 days holiday each year, plus bank holidays and options to purchase additional days
- Personal development opportunities
- Free onsite parking
- Onsite Canteen
Important: Export Control Requirement: This position may require access to US ITAR controlled information under a US export authorization/licence. To comply with these regulations, applicants must be eligible to access controlled technology. This typically requires a national of a country not listed under ITAR §126.1 (U.S. arms embargoed countries), and legally entitled to work in the UK. Regrettably, we are unable to consider applicants from countries currently listed under ITAR §126.1.
Quality Assurance Year In Industry in Swinton employer: Luxfer MEL Technologies
Luxfer MEL Technologies is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises personal development and teamwork. Located in Swinton, Manchester, employees benefit from a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and opportunities for professional growth within a leading global manufacturer of speciality materials. The company fosters a collaborative environment where quality assurance professionals can thrive and contribute to innovative projects while enjoying onsite amenities and a commitment to employee well-being.
