Factory QC Inspector

DCS Recruitment Limited; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Factory Quality Control Inspector in Leyland, United Kingdom. This role involves ensuring product quality, compliance, and safety through diligent monitoring and a strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Quality Control within a manufacturing setting, showcasing skills in attention to detail, problem-solving, and teamwork. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity that offers a competitive pay rate and a focus on high-quality production.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Quality Control or Quality Assurance role within a manufacturing environment.
• Internal Audit experience is desirable but not mandatory.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Monitor and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Conduct equipment calibrations and in-process audits.
• Assist with operational training for production staff.
• Maintain accurate process records and documentation control.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Team Player

Communication Skills

Commercial Awareness

Flexibility & Time Management

Education

A Level 2 HACCP qualification

Job description

Job Title: Factory Quality Control Inspector

Location: Leyland

Pay Rate: £12.46PH 06:00 - 14:00 Monday to Friday
Pay Rate: £13.01PH 14:00 - 22:00 Monday to Friday

Duration: 12 weeks temp to perm opportunity for the right person

Job Overview

As a Factory Quality Control (QC) Inspector, you'll play a vital role in ensuring that every product leaving our facility meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. You'll be the gatekeeper of our Quality Management System (QMS) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ensuring that our manufacturing process is aligned with the company's policies and regulations. Your work will directly contribute to producing safe, legal, and first-rate products that meet agreed specifications, from goods receipt to finished product dispatch.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality System Implementation: Ensure daily implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS), policies, and procedures, ensuring that every product is manufactured safely, legally, and to agreed specifications.
• Compliance Monitoring: Monitor and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) across the factory, ensuring all processes meet the highest quality standards and legal requirements.
• In-Process Support: Carry out regular line clearances, in-process checks, and adjustments to keep production on track and in compliance with set standards.
• Audits & Inspections: Conduct equipment calibrations, in-process audits, and specialized audits (GMP, Glass & Plastic) to ensure continuous adherence to quality protocols.
• Continuous Improvement: Support the ongoing improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) by contributing to ideas, audits, and feedback loops.
• Training & Development: Assist with operational training for production staff to promote a culture of quality and compliance throughout the team.
• Customer & Audit Support: Provide critical support during customer visits and external audits, ensuring all documentation and procedures are in place and up to standard.
• Documentation Control: Maintain accurate process records, submit and control laboratory samples, and ensure all relevant quality documents are up-to-date and compliant with industry standards.
• Product Setup: Assist in the setup of new products and SKUs, ensuring smooth transitions and consistency in quality control.

What You Bring

• Attention to Detail: A strong ability to maintain precision in all aspects of quality control, from documentation to product inspection.
• Problem-Solving: An analytical mindset with the ability to investigate the root cause of quality issues and suggest corrective and preventive actions.
• Team Player: Enthusiastic about working as part of a team and eager to collaborate with others to achieve shared goals.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills, with the confidence to interact with various stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Commercial Awareness: A keen understanding of the business and operational side of quality control, ensuring that quality is never compromised for efficiency or cost.
• Flexibility & Time Management: Ability to prioritise tasks efficiently, manage multiple responsibilities, and be flexible with shifts as required by the business.

What We're Looking For

• Experience: Previous experience in a Quality Control or Quality Assurance role within a manufacturing environment.
• Qualifications: A Level 2 HACCP qualification and Internal Audit experience are desirable, but not mandatory.
• Organisational Skills: Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.

If you’re a motivated and passionate individual with a keen eye for quality and an eagerness to contribute to a high‑performing team, we want to hear from you! Apply now to be part of a company that’s dedicated to producing the highest quality products for our customers.

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