Blatchford is a multi-award-winning, global, manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices. Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users. Through innovation, science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Control Engineer to pro-actively pursue continuous quality improvement activities, providing QC engineering/technical support as required.

***This role is initially offered on a 6 month, fixed-term-contract basis***

The role:

As Quality Control Engineer , you will continually improve the qualitive and quantitative activities throughout the Quality Control Department; to aid and assist the Company in its journey to become “Best in Class”.

Key duties and responsibilities :

Programming, operating and managing CMMs and all related tasks. Writing and proving out own programmes without supervision. Producing, interpreting and analysing CMM results Carrying out investigations as required Assisting where required in quality improvement with subcontractors and suppliers Maintenance and management of the current company CMM programmes Assisting in the pursuit of companywide ownership and implementation of quality improvement and corrective action systems Investigating new or alternative Methods of Inspection Design tooling and fixturing as required for new and existing products Creating CAD models and drawings Reverse engineering of CMM fixtures when required Liaise with suppliers to manufacture fixtures

What are we looking for?

As Quality Control Engineer , you will have the following:

Key skills and experience:

Degree or OMC/HNC equivalent Working knowledge of ISO9001, ISO13485 MS Office experience to a minimum of intermediate level Programming Starrett Video Measuring Machine (VMM) Good working knowledge of SolidWorks software Strong communicator with good interpersonal Analytical skills Ability to work as part of a team and independently with minimum support

What can we off you?

As Quality Control Engineer , you will receive the following:

Benefits

Competitive salary 25 days holiday – increased after service. Option to purchase additional annual leave. Pension On demand pay Health cash plan Discounted shopping/leisure activity vouchers Cycle to work scheme Opportunity to be part of an award-winning organisation with a culture that centres around our core values; courage, learning, integrity, collaboration, and innovation