Global Quality Industrial Placement Student

Hexcel; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advanced composites company is seeking a Global Quality Industrial Placement Student in Duxford, UK. The role includes supporting documentation and maintenance of quality management systems, assisting in quality assurance activities, and contributing to continuous improvement projects. Candidates should be enrolled in a relevant degree and possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. This position offers a valuable opportunity to learn about quality management in the manufacturing industry.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant degree program.
• Interest in quality management and manufacturing processes.
• Basic understanding of composite materials is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support documentation and maintenance of quality management systems.
• Assist in quality assurance activities, including inspection and testing.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant degree (e.g., Engineering, Materials Science, Computer/Data Science, Mathematics)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Basic programming skills

Job description

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advance composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and additive manufactured parts. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&T centers around the globe.Become a part of the “strength within.”

Hexcel is currently seeking a Global Quality Industrial Placement Student for our Duxford, UK location.

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

• Support the documentation and maintenance of document management systems (DMS) and quality management systems (QMS).
• Provide support for quality-related projects.
• Support data collection, cleaning, and analysis for quality metrics and performance indicators.
• Assist in quality assurance activities, including the inspection and testing of composite materials.
• Contribute to and support continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing product quality and operational efficiency.
• Help prepare technical reports, procedures, and summaries for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on quality-related initiatives and audits.
• Assist in monitoring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a relevant degree (e.g., Engineering, Materials Science, Computer/Data Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline).
• Interest in industry, quality management and manufacturing processes.
• Basic understanding of composite materials and production techniques is advantageous.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic programming skills are advantageous.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively.
• Organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems and processes.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the country where the position is based. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.