QC Inspector in Kent

Specialists in providing engineered above ground drainage and water supply systems, Polypipe Building Services leverages offsite fabrication to design and deliver solutions to mechanical and public health engineers, M&E contractors as well as local authorities. Polypipe Building Services houses well-known industry brand Terrain and has been delivering systems to commercial, high rise residential, healthcare, education and leisure projects for over 50 years.

Role Overview: To ensure all products manufactured at Polypipe Building Services conform visually, dimensionally and physically to the agreed Production Quality Plans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing and documenting First-off approval and routine Production QC Rounds including any visual, measurement or physical testing as described in Production Information Sheets.
• Responsible for accepting or bonding product based on results of measurements/testing, and communicating product outcomes to production personnel and Team Leader.
• Responsible for ensuring that any nonconforming product are correctly Bonded or Concessed, and any agreed follow up actions or investigations are completed in a timely manner.
• Responsible for carrying out and documenting End Of Run procedures and communicating any issues to respective area (tooling/production/technical).
• Assist with quality checks on externally sourced materials and products.
• Calibrate identified Production test equipment and gauges.
• Promote continual improvement through the use of processes and procedures whilst adopting and maintaining a long-term quality culture.

Skills & Requirements:

• Strong team player with a hungry, humble, and smart attitude.
• In-depth knowledge of quality systems and both internal and external product specifications.
• Solid understanding of Polypipe products.
• Ability to interpret product standards, technical drawings, and quality documentation.
• Proficient in using and interpreting measuring instruments relevant to product testing and inspection.
• Competent in all aspects of production product testing within the scope of Polypipe products.
• Competent in CMM and OMM at a minimum operator level.
• Excellent time management skills; self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Able to make sound decisions based on agreed standards.
• High attention to detail to ensure Polypipe product standards are consistently maintained.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Competent in all inspection activities relevant to the role.
• Competent in conducting audits.
• Able to accurately record results of inspections, checks, and audits in a clear and legible manner in line with relevant standards.
• Computer literate, with working knowledge of Microsoft 365, IFS, and Mattec.
• Able to promote a positive image of the company at all times.
• Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements.

Working Hours & Benefits:

• Monday - Friday, 3 shift rotations covering Days, Nights & Afters.
• 25 days holiday entitlement.
• Save as you earn Sharesave & Cycle to work Scheme.
• Contributory pension scheme - matched up to 8% & Life assurance.
• Various health & wellbeing initiatives including complimentary occupational health on-site physiotherapy and counselling services.
• Staff discount on all Genuit Group products.