QC Engineer

Ryobi; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryobi is seeking a proactive Quality Inspector to join our Aftersales team in Melbourne. You will support the technical quality of products at the CRC, ensuring inspection standards are applied consistently and driving continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with Quality Engineering and offshore teams, inspect against established criteria, and help develop test procedures while maintaining thorough inspection records and OH&S compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in quality inspection, quality control, or a related engineering environment.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to consistently identify issues and non-conformances.
• Proven analytical skills with the ability to interpret inspection data and identify trends.
• Sound understanding of quality control methodologies and tools (e.g. ISO standards, Six Sigma)
• Experience preparing inspection reports, quality metrics, and non-conformance documentation
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across multiple stakeholders
• Familiarity with mechanical systems and components such as motors, gears, and bearings (desirable)
• Understanding of power tools or similar consumer products (highly regarded)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• A proactive mindset with a strong focus on continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Conduct product inspections in line with established quality criteria and inspection procedures
• Develop and improve inspection and test procedures for new and existing products
• Identify, document, and report product defects, non-conformities, and deviations from quality standards
• Monitor inspection trends and quality metrics to support quality improvement initiatives
• Compile, analyse, and assist with reporting of quality data and performance metrics
• Train and upskill new and existing team members in inspection, testing, and diagnostic procedures
• Support root cause analysis and contribute to corrective and preventative actions
• Collaborate closely with Quality Engineering and other stakeholders locally and offshore (including Asia-based teams)
• Maintain accurate and complete inspection records and documentation
• Participate in calibration and maintenance of inspection tools and equipment
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety (OH&S) standards and promote safe working practices

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Collaboration across stakeholders

Continuous improvement mindset

Tools

ISO standards

Six Sigma

Inspection reports

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-driven Quality Inspector to join our Aftersales team. Reporting to the Aftersales Team Leader, you will play a key role in supporting the technical quality of products and ensuring inspection standards are consistently applied across the CRC (Customer Repair Centre).

This role is well suited to someone with strong technical capability, a passion for quality, and the confidence to collaborate across local and global stakeholders to drive continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct product inspections in line with established quality criteria and inspection procedures
• Develop and improve inspection and test procedures for new and existing products
• Identify, document, and report product defects, non-conformities, and deviations from quality standards
• Monitor inspection trends and quality metrics to support quality improvement initiatives
• Compile, analyse, and assist with reporting of quality data and performance metrics
• Train and upskill new and existing team members in inspection, testing, and diagnostic procedures
• Support root cause analysis and contribute to corrective and preventative actions
• Collaborate closely with Quality Engineering and other stakeholders locally and offshore (including Asia-based teams)
• Maintain accurate and complete inspection records and documentation
• Participate in calibration and maintenance of inspection tools and equipment
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety (OH&S) standards and promote safe working practices

Skills and experience

• Minimum 2 years' experience in quality inspection, quality control, or a related engineering environment
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to consistently identify issues and non-conformances
• Proven analytical skills with the ability to interpret inspection data and identify trends
• Sound understanding of quality control methodologies and tools (e.g. ISO standards, Six Sigma)
• Experience preparing inspection reports, quality metrics, and non-conformance documentation
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across multiple stakeholders
• Familiarity with mechanical systems and components such as motors, gears, and bearings (desirable)
• Understanding of power tools or similar consumer products (highly regarded)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• A proactive mindset with a strong focus on continuous improvement

Benefits

• Be part of a globally recognised, values-driven organisation
• Work in a technically engaging, hands-on quality role
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Collaborative team environment with exposure to international stakeholders
• Opportunity to make a real impact on product quality and customer outcomes

If you're passionate about quality, enjoy working hands-on with products, and thrive in a collaborative technical environment, we'd love to hear from you.