WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

• Permanent role
• £30-35k pa DOE
• Day shift only
• Mon to Thu: 08:00am – 16:30pm and Fri: 08:00 – 14:00pm
• Career development and training opportunities
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Full autonomy in the role
• Friendly working culture
• On-site parking

THE BUSINESS

Our client, based in Gateshead, Tyne & Wear is a subsidiary of a global business who are a diversified design, engineering and assembly specialist who provide full system solutions across a wide range of industries including health, medical, aerospace and logistics. They are also recognised as one of the world’s leading automotive suppliers. They have a clear vision and commitment to deliver world-class sustainable solutions that empowers their clients to succeed. They place the customer at the centre of everything they do.

They produce various small components and parts that are used within the automotive industry. These include plastic parts, wiring harnesses/cable assemblies, connectors, seals and clamps to name a few.

As their portfolio is quite broad, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a quality systems technician to join their team.

THE ROLE

You will be responsible for the implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System. Your role involves supporting and driving compliance, conducting audits, analysing quality data and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

• Lead 8D investigations for non-conformances, customer complaints and drive effective corrective actions
• Perform and support first-off inspections, prepare ISIR/PPAP documentation
• You will ensure product and process conformity is in line with customer requirements for sample submissions and new product introductions
• You will support the implementation and maintenance of the ISO 9001:2015 QMS
• Monitor and report on key quality performance metrics (KPIs)
• You will plan and conduct internal audits
• You will support third-party certification audits as required
• You will maintain accurate document control and quality records
• As a result, you will deliver quality-related training to employees
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support quality initiatives
• Support 5S and continuous improvement activities

THE PERSON

• You will have a Level 3 Diploma (or equivalent) in Quality, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in a quality/engineering role within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor certification
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 QMS and related quality standards
• Experience in auditing and quality systems management
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Clear and confident communicator with strong teamwork skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools
• Experience with document control, non-conformance management, and audits
• Familiarity with first-off inspections
• ISO 14001 awareness (preferred)
• First Aid or Fire Safety training (beneficial)
• Six Sigma or Lean awareness (helpful but not essential)

TO APPLY

Please send your updated CV to Harry Mann or apply direct by calling Westray Recruitment Group