Quality Assurance Technician

TN United Kingdom; Penrith; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Penrith is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to ensure compliance with high-quality standards. In this full-time role, you will conduct inspections, identify defects, and maintain accurate records while supporting production processes. The company values a methodical approach and attention to detail, providing full training to help you succeed. If you're looking for a position that combines responsibility with the opportunity for growth in a supportive environment, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• Full training provided; positive attitude and attention to detail essential.
• Methodical role requiring compliance with quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Conduct tests and maintain accurate records of inspection results.
• Support internal audits and identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Methodical Approach

Process Driven

Job description

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Job type: Temporary to Permanent
Job Hours: Full-Time – Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Alternate Sundays, 8am to 1pm at x1.5 pay
Salary: Starting at £11.90 per hour, increase depending on experience
Location: Penrith (FREE transport from Carlisle and Penrith)

NXT is proud to be working on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business in Penrith as we recruit a Quality Assurance Technician to join their team. You will be working in a methodical role that requires good attention to detail and care. You must ensure that standards are kept to the highest standard and that all operations are compliant.

Full training will be provided, but a can-do, positive attitude and attention to detail are essential.

Duties will include:

• Performing regular inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications
• Conducting visual and functional inspections to identify defects
• Carrying out various tests and routine taking swaps on product and equipment
• Maintaining detailed and accurate records of inspection and test results
• Investigating and identifying causes for any issues and non-conformities
• Supporting internal audits and identifying opportunities to make improvements
• Ensuring production is running smoothly and supporting the managing team

Skills and Experience:

• Excellent communication skills are essential
• You must have good attention to detail and be able to spot things that others might miss!
• Methodical, process driven, and accountable
• Capable of working to a consistently high standard