Quality Technician

Description:

Role: Quality Technician

Location: Cheshire

Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm (40 hours per week, office-based)

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quality Technician to join a well-established, growing precision engineering manufacturer operating within highly regulated, safety-critical sectors.

The Role

As a Quality Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring materials, processes, and products meet strict quality and compliance standards.

Responsibilities include:

Resolving material certification issues with suppliers, stockists, and test houses
Liaising with Engineering and Quality teams on certification queries
Supporting and advising suppliers on material specifications and standards
Conducting witness testing to ensure compliance with company and customer requirements
Carrying out internal audits (QMS, product, and process)
Supporting investigation and analysis of returned products (e.g. CARs, 8D reports)
Assisting with supplier performance reviews, audits, and corrective actions
Creating and maintaining quality documentation (procedures, work instructions, alerts)
Investigating product/process failures and carrying out root cause analysis (e.g. 8D, 5 Whys)

Requirements

Experience within a quality role in manufacturing or engineering
Knowledge of quality testing methods and standards
Ability to interpret engineering material specifications
Familiarity with ISO 9001 and/or API standards
Experience with quality methodologies (e.g. 8D, root cause analysis)
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach
Good communication and teamwork skills

What's on Offer

£28,000-£32,000 (depending on experience)
Company pension scheme
Medical cash plan (dental, optical, physio, etc.)
Employee Assistance Programme
Training and development opportunities
Long service rewards and additional holiday entitlement