Quality Assurance Technician

First Recruitment Services; Edenbridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Edenbridge is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to uphold product quality standards. The role includes carrying out inspections, maintaining regulatory compliance, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a reputable team. Offering competitive salary and benefits, this position provides a significant opportunity for personal and professional development.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Good pension scheme

Parking on site

Qualifications

• Experience in Quality Assurance or Control.
• Understanding of quality systems and standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and maintain records.
• Report non-conformances and suggest improvements.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

• Position: Quality Assurance Technician
• Salary: £25,350 per year or £13 per hour plus very good company benefits along with the possibility or career progression within the business. Salary review after completing six months probationary period. 24 days holiday plus bank holidays and a good pension scheme
• Location: Edenbridge, Kent
• Hours: Monday – Friday 07:00-15:30 (with some flexibility)
• Role based in Edenbridge. There is plenty of free parking on site available for all staff – workplace based close to Edenbridge station.

We are very pleased to be working alongside our large, successful and highly reputable client as they seek to recruit a Quality Assurance Technician to join their team at their site in Edenbridge. My client is highly thought of within their sector and offer an excellent environment and team in which to work.

This role is full time (Monday-Friday 0700-1530 with some flexibility) and offers an excellent opportunity to join a very established and reputable company. There is parking available on site and my client is based close to Edenbridge station.

The role – Quality Assurance Technician

As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring company products meet internal and external quality standards. You will be responsible for carrying out inspections, maintaining records, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

Duties will include:

• Perform routine in-process, final product, and goods-in inspections
• Conduct visual checks using colour standards and samples
• Maintain accurate inspection records and complete relevant quality documentation
• Report any non-conformances and assist with investigations and analysis
• Support the implementation of corrective and preventative actions
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams, promoting quality awareness
• Ensure compliance with packaging, ISO 9001 and any relevant industry or regulatory standards
• Participate in internal audits and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Experience, competencies and knowledge required:

• Previous experience in a Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or similar role
• Understanding of quality systems and standards
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

This is an excellent opportunity to use your skills and experience gained within a Quality Assurance Technician role, working as a key part of a friendly and busy team.

For more information regarding this new and exciting Quality Assurance Technician opportunity, please apply now! Short-listing will take place soon – don’t miss out!

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.