QA Technician

SRG; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in materials is seeking a QA Technician in Greater Manchester. The role requires recent experience in Quality Assurance, preferably in materials or metals, along with knowledge of ISO9001. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, preparing QA documentation, and collaborating with teams to ensure quality standards. The position offers a salary of £35,000-£40,000 per annum and benefits like 25 days holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Performance-related bonus

Qualifications

• Proven industrial experience within Quality Assurance in materials or metals.
• Knowledge of inspection tools such as CMM, digital calipers, and micrometers.

Responsibilities

• Perform final inspections on components and assembled products.
• Conduct inspections during production stages.
• Evaluate inspection data to certify products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Prepare and maintain quality assurance documentation.
• Handle failed inspections and perform root cause analysis.

Skills

Recent industrial experience in Quality Assurance

Knowledge of ISO9001 standards

Experience with tools like CMM

Job description

QA Technician required on a permanent basis, based in Greater Manchester. Recent and proven industrial experience in the Quality Assurance (QA) testing is required, preferably withing materials/metals.

Title: QA Technician

Location: Greater Manchester

Salary: £35,000-£40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Term: Permanent

SRG are currently working with a leading manufacturer of alloys, and ceramic materials used predominantly in the aerospace, nuclear and motorsport industries. With a global presence and a portfolio of growing products, they are now looking to hire a QA Technician to join their technical team in Greater Manchester. This role will involve inspecting finished products and assembled goods in accordance with industry and customer standards. This role will suit candidates who have recent and proven industrial experience within Quality Assurance in either materials or metals (or similar), with knowledge and experience of ISO9001 preferred.

Benefits: You will join a leading manufacturer of speciality chemicals and materials with a portfolio of growing products at an exciting time for the business. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension scheme and performance related bonus.

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8:30am-4:30pm (with flexibility)

Role/Description

• Perform final inspections on completed components and assembled products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Conduct inspections during various stages of production, including outsourced/subcontracted processes.
• Evaluate and interpret inspection data to produce accurate certification documentation.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams such as Production, Customer Services, and Commercial departments.
• Prepare and maintain quality assurance (QA) documentation, including control plans, inspection protocols, and testing reports.
• Handling failed inspections, including performing root cause analysis as and when required.

Requirements

• Recent and proven industrial experience within Quality Assurance in either materials or metals (or similar)
• Knowledge/experience of ISO9001 standards
• Knowledge/experience of tools such as CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machines), digital calipers, micrometers, and optical comparators is desireable

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively please email a copy of your CV to . For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Chris on 0161 667 1795.

If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.com to view our other vacancies.

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Keywords: QA, quality assurance, materials, metals, alloys, root cause analysis, failed inspection, CMM, coordinate measuring machine, digital caliper, micrometer, optical comparator, CAD model, engineering drawing, ISO9001, aerospace, finished goods, quality, inspection reports.

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