At a Glance
- Tasks: React to quality issues and resolve root causes with minimal production disruption.
- Company: KeyMed, part of Olympus, has over 100 years in the medical device industry.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, private medical cover, and generous annual leave entitlement.
- Other info: Some travel required to visit subsidiary companies and suppliers.
- Why this job: Join a global leader focused on improving health and safety through innovative technology.
- Qualifications: Must have manufacturing calibration experience and knowledge of Geometric Dimensions & Tolerances.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
A global leader in the medical device and technology industry, for more than 100 years Olympus has focused on making people's lives healthier, safer, and more fulfilling. Our products and solutions help to diagnose, prevent, and treat illnesses, further scientific research and keep people safe.
Key Responsibilities
- Successfully react to quality issues with minimal disruption to production
- Effectively resolve root causes to minimise potential quality concerns
- Effectively resolve active concerns using the QMS
- Complete mandatory training successfully
- Comply with Health & Safety and Environmental procedures
- Support production in resolving quality concerns with minimal disruption
- Guide staff in analysing defect causes and implementing corrective and containment actions
- Monitor status of all calibrated equipment and assist in completing calibrations as required
- Assist with inspection of products in accordance with quality specifications
- Participate in other ad‑hoc duties and projects as required
- Advise R&D and manufacturing engineers on quality of products and processes
- Carry out statistical analysis of scrap and non‑conforming product
- Self‑manage and resolve internal quality concerns effectively
Qualifications
- Professional experience in a quality related role within a manufacturing/engineering environment
- Manufacturing calibration experience (essential)
- Experience in Geometric Dimensions & Tolerances
- Experience using measuring tools
- Basic IT skills – MS Teams, Word, Excel
- Physical requirement: must be on feet for extended periods and may need to walk between sites
- Some travel required to visit subsidiary companies and suppliers
Benefits
- Competitive salary and generous annual leave entitlement
- Private medical cover
- Comprehensive company pension scheme
- Annual health check funded by the company
- Employee Assistance Programme to support health, mental and emotional wellbeing
- Subsidised staff restaurant and free parking at HQ
- Discounts and cashback with major UK retailers; discounted gym and wellness memberships
We value the diversity of individuals, perspectives and lifestyles, and prioritise inclusion and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering a non‑discriminatory, inclusive work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Empathy and unity are core to our company culture, empowering employees to contribute fully and flourish.
Quality Controller in Southend-on-Sea employer: OLYMPUS EUROPA SE & CO. KG
KeyMed is located at HQ with a subsidised staff restaurant and free parking. The company prioritises diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture of empathy and unity among employees.
Contact Details:
OLYMPUS EUROPA SE & CO. KG Recruitment Team
