Quality Assistant

Orion Electrotech; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An expanding manufacturing business based in Basingstoke is seeking a Quality Assistant to enhance their Quality Management System aligned with ISO standards. The role involves supporting audits, monitoring supplier performance, and maintaining quality data. Ideal candidates will have 3 years of QA experience, knowledge of ISO 9001, and skills in ERP systems and Microsoft Office. Benefits include 25 days holiday, a performance bonus, and a private pension plan.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Discretionary company performance bonus

Private pension with enhanced contribution

Income protection

Life Assurance

Progression and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years QA experience in manufacturing.
• Solid knowledge of ISO 9001 / ISO 14001.
• Experience with audits and document control.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining Quality Management Systems.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Monitor supplier performance.

Skills

QA or quality systems experience

Knowledge of ISO 9001

Supplier quality experience

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

ERP systems proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Quality Assistant
Location: Basingstoke
Employment Type: Full time

Are you passionate about quality and continuous improvement? We’re looking for a Quality Assistant to join an expanding manufacturing business. In this role, you’ll support and enhance the Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001 and other relevant standards, playing a vital part in upholding and driving quality performance across the business.

Key Responsibilities as a Quality Assistant:

• Assist in maintaining and improving the company’s Quality and Integrated Management Systems
• Support internal, supplier, and external audits
• Monitor and manage supplier performance and non-conformance
• Lead or support root cause investigations and CAPA activities
• Maintain accurate quality data in ERP systems and manage document control
• Prepare quality reports, metrics, and KPIs

The successful Quality Assistant will ideally have the below skills and experience:

• 3 years of QA or quality systems experience in manufacturing
• Solid knowledge of ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 (ISO 13485 is a bonus)
• Experience with audits, supplier quality, and document control
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Confident using ERP systems and Microsoft Office

The benefits that come with this Quality Assistant role include:

• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Discretionary company performance bonus paid annually
• Private pension with enhanced company contribution
• Income protection
• Life Assurance
• Progression and development opportunities

If you are interested in this role click "apply" or contact Orion Electrotech Reading today for more information.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful. Thank you.

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