QA Technician / Quality Inspector

QA Technician | Quality Inspector | Manufacturing | Engineering

Location: Staffordshire

Salary: £15 per hour - will increase
Hours: Monday – Thursday 07:30 – 16:30 | Friday 07:30 – 12:00

Major Recruitment are hiring an experienced QA Technician to join our clients ever growing Quality team in Lichfield. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused individual with manufacturing or engineering experience to join a well-established and expanding business.

We are looking for candidates with previous experience who are confident carrying out inspections, interpreting engineering drawings and supporting continuous improvement.

The Role

* Conducting first-off, in-process and final inspections

* Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications

* Carrying out dimensional inspections using verniers, micrometres, height gauges and inspection equipment

* Completing inspection reports and quality documentation accurately

* Supporting investigations into non-conformances and corrective actions

* Assisting with root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities

* Supporting internal audits and process checks

* Working closely with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues

* Supporting the maintenance of ISO quality standards and systems

Skills & Experience Required

Essential

* Previous experience within a QA Technician, Quality Technician or Quality Inspector position

* Manufacturing or engineering background

* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

* Experience using measuring and inspection equipment

* Strong attention to detail and accuracy

* Good communication and organisational skills

* Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Desirable

* Experience within fabrication, welding, machining or precision engineering

* Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems

* Internal auditing experience

* Understanding of root cause analysis and continuous improvement methods

* CMM experience

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing manufacturing business where quality is at the centre of operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining and improving quality standards across the business, with opportunities for long-term development and progression.

If you are an experienced QA Technician or Quality Inspector looking for your next opportunity within manufacturing or engineering, we would like to hear from you
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed