QA Technician / Quality Inspector

Major Newton Aycliffe; Curborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Major Recruitment is seeking a QA Technician to join the client’s quality team in Lichfield. The role involves conducting inspections, interpreting drawings, and supporting continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.

Candidates should have experience reading engineering drawings and using measuring/inspection equipment, with strong attention to detail and reliable communication. ISO quality standards support is part of the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in QA Technician/Quality Inspector roles.
• Manufacturing or engineering background and ability to read drawings.
• Experience using measuring and inspection equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct first-off, in-process and final inspections.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Carry out dimensional inspections using verniers, micrometres, height gauges and inspection equipment.
• Complete inspection reports and quality documentation accurately.
• Support investigations into non-conformances and corrective actions.
• Assist root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities.
• Support internal audits and process checks.
• Work closely with production and engineering to resolve quality issues.
• Assist with ISO quality standards and systems.

Skills

QA experience

Manufacturing background

Engineering drawings

Measuring equipment

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

CMM

Job description

QA Technician | Quality Inspector | Manufacturing | Engineering

Location: Staffordshire

Salary: £15 per hour - will increase

Hours: Monday - Thursday 07:30 - 16:30 | Friday 07:30 - 12:00

Major Recruitment are hiring an experienced QA Technician to join our clients ever growing Quality team in Lichfield. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused individual with manufacturing or engineering experience to join a well-established and expanding business.

We are looking for candidates with previous experience who are confident carrying out inspections, interpreting engineering drawings and supporting continuous improvement.

The Role

• Conducting first-off, in-process and final inspections
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• Carrying out dimensional inspections using verniers, micrometres, height gauges and inspection equipment
• Completing inspection reports and quality documentation accurately
• Supporting investigations into non-conformances and corrective actions
• Assisting with root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities
• Supporting internal audits and process checks
• Working closely with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues
• Supporting the maintenance of ISO quality standards and systems

Skills & Experience Required

Essential

• Previous experience within a QA Technician, Quality Technician or Quality Inspector position
• Manufacturing or engineering background
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience using measuring and inspection equipment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Desirable

• Experience within fabrication, welding, machining or precision engineering
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems
• Internal auditing experience
• Understanding of root cause analysis and continuous improvement methods
• CMM experience