Quality Control Inspector in Kidderminster

Location: Kidderminster, Worcestershire

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Industry: Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Processing

PRS Engineering has engaged with a key client and an established design and manufacturer of Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, processing equipment based in the West Midlands. An exciting opportunity for a QC Inspector has arisen for a self-motivated individual who would like to join a progressing company. This role is based within an established Quality Control department; therefore, a strong team player attitude is essential.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• Full UK Driving licence essential
• Minimum GCSE Grade 4 or higher in Maths and English
• Minimum HNC (or equivalent) in a technical discipline, e.g. Mechanical Engineering
• Essential knowledge of Microsoft packages (Outlook, Word, Excel and Access) is required
• Industry or similar industry knowledge is required

Summary of Job:

• Responsible for Quality Control Inspection of materials at Goods Inwards, patrol inspection of components on the shop floor and at Sub-Vendors, when required, to final inspection of finished products, prior to despatch
• Activities are to be carried out in accordance with the relevant Quality system, i.e. ISO 9001 and specific customer specifications/requirements
• Responsible for the maintenance and good housekeeping of Goods Inwards storage areas, in accordance with company policies and procedures

Duties and responsibilities:

• Shall be fully committed to the achievement of company policies and objectives with special respect to quality and safety
• Manage and monitor resources, operations, and projects to ensure agreed objectives are achieved, taking initiative and persisting with tasks to deliver successful outcomes

Staff relationship:

• Responsible to the Quality Control Manager, Quality Control Lead or Quality Assurance & HSE Manager in their absence
• Works with Stores Material Controllers
• Liaises with suppliers, inspectors, 3rd party inspectors and sub-contractors, when required
• Liaises internally with all departments, i.e. Sales, Production, Purchasing, Engineering and Accounts
• Shall possess the ability to communicate effectively at all levels

Inspection

• Responsible for ensuring Goods Inwards material is adequately inspected against Purchase Order prior to release to Stores/Production, i.e. dimensional, visual, material traceability, certification, etc., within reasonable time restraints
• Review and validation of Material Test Certificates, testing reports and traceability documentation
• Responsible for in-process inspection of products, machining, fabrication, testing, assembly, packing and completing inspection Route Cards
• Responsible for ensuring that non-conforming material is identified and quarantined, with supporting NCRs being prepared for issue
• Witnessing pressure tests/non-destructive testing being carried out on/offsite and endorsing certificates, when required
• Responsible for carrying out onsite inspection of goods inwards, in process, hydrotest/NDT and final inspection of products, identifying and issuing final release notes with/without Third party inspectors and clients
• Responsible for carrying out off-site inspections, including final inspection, goods inwards inspection, hydrotest inspection with/without a TPI or client, as designated by the Quality Control Manager, Quality Control Lead or Quality Assurance & HSE Manager
• Responsible for the maintenance of the Stores to a company acceptable level of tidiness, including Health, Safety & Environmental considerations

Documentation

• To assist with Quality Assurance documentation, audits, etc., when required and as requested by the Quality Control Manager, Quality Control Lead or Quality Assurance & HSE Manager in their absence
• To compile Quality documentation and issue completed files to the relevant department
• To undertake reasonable instructions and tasks from senior personnel, commensurate with the nature of the job and in the best interests of the company

Technical Ability

• IT literate with excellent Microsoft Office skills, i.e. Word, Excel & Access
• Minimum of HNC (or equivalent) in a technical discipline (e.g. Mechanical Engineering)
• Experience in a manufacturing or fabrication quality inspection role
• Ability to read and interpret Engineering drawings, fabrication drawings and technical specifications
• Experience of problem solving and continuous improvement techniques
• Familiarity with welding and non-destructive testing inspection methods and reporting
• Understanding of dimensional inspection techniques and use of measuring instruments, including vernier calliper, thread gauge, measuring tape, pressure test equipment, and coating inspection equipment

Benefits

• Company bonus
• Company pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Life insurance (death in service)
• 23 days holiday (19 floating days, 4 fixed towards Christmas shutdown) +extra service days +Bank Holidays +Birthday Leave (after 2 full calendar years’ service)
• Training opportunities
• Free eye tests and, where eligible, a contribution towards prescription glasses for Display Screen Equipment (DSE) users, with prescription safety eyewear provided free of charge where required
• Social events organised and funded by the company
• Free on-site parking

Hours of work

Office hours enable flexi-time working, covering a 37-hour week. Flexible start and finish times are available with core hours which must be covered each day. Monday to Thursday covers an 8-hour shift and Friday covers a 5-hour shift. Further details will be given at interview stage.