Quality control engineers

Pertemps; England; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Quality Technician to enhance their ISO 9001 Quality Management System across multiple sites. The role involves collaborating closely with production teams, conducting daily quality inspections, and executing continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have strong knowledge of quality management, excellent communication skills, and relevant certifications. This permanent, full-time role offers competitive salary and excellent employee benefits, including 23 days holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

23 days holiday + 8 public holidays

Company pension scheme

Death in Service benefit

Medicash health cash plan

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in maintaining quality management systems.
• Experience in a quality department in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
• Conduct daily quality inspections.
• Resolve quality issues with production teams.
• Manage internal and external non-conformances.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

ISO 9001 knowledge

8D problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Decision-making

Organisational skills

Supplier liaison

Continuous improvement mindset

Computer literacy

Driving license

Education

GCSEs including Maths and English

Quality-related certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Quality Technician

Manufacturing / Quality Engineering

Location: UK (Multi-site role – two UK locations)

Salary: £34,000 – £40,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday – 8 hours per day (including 30-minute break)

Contract: Permanent | Full-Time

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established Quality Engineering and Manufacturing business seeking an experienced Quality Technician to support and continuously improve their ISO 9001 Quality Management System across two UK sites.

This role requires a strong shop‑floor presence, working closely with mill operators and production teams to maintain product quality, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement. It is a hands‑on position suited to someone who enjoys being involved in day‑to‑day operations while maintaining robust quality systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Support, maintain, and continuously improve the ISO 9001 Quality Management System
• Carry out daily quality inspections and control activities on the shop floor
• Ensure manufactured products meet customer, regulatory, and internal specifications
• Work closely with production teams to resolve quality issues and prevent reoccurrence
• Investigate, manage, and close internal and external non‑conformances
• Apply 8D problem‑solving and other quality tools
• Identify, recommend, and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Review and monitor raw material quality and supplier performance
• Liaise professionally with customers and suppliers to resolve quality concerns
• Identify and manage quality‑related business risks
• Support change control processes within the business
• Conduct internal audits and support external audits
• Perform inspection, testing, and verification activities
• Prepare reports, maintain records, and support quality KPIs

Skills & Attributes Required

Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001

• Systems‑based approach to quality management
• Customer‑focused mindset
• Experience with 8D problem‑solving and quality core tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and use initiative
• Strong decision‑making and organisational skills
• Experience working with suppliers and customer liaison
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Computer literate
• Full UK driving licence (required)
• SAP experience (desirable)

Qualifications & Experience

Attainments:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English at grade C/4 or above
• Quality‑related certification (auditing, quality control, or similar) preferred

Experience:

• Experience within a Quality department in a manufacturing environment
• Experience supporting or operating a QMS in a large manufacturing facility
• Exposure to materials testing or metallurgy of mild and stainless steel (advantageous)
• Automotive supply experience and PPAP knowledge (advantageous)

Personal Attributes

• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations
• Proactive problem‑solver with strong analytical skills
• Able to adapt quickly and learn new skills and techniques
• Capable of supervising junior technicians
• Good planning, prioritisation, and organisational skills
• High level of honesty, integrity, and professionalism

Benefits

• 23 days holiday + 8 public holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Death in Service benefit
• Medicash health cash plan
• Stable, long‑term role within a growing manufacturing business

Interested? Apply today or contact our recruitment team for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.