Quality Control Operative

Kinetic PLC; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction on site

Breaks paid

PPE provided

Job summary

Kinetic PLC in Runcorn is seeking a Quality Operative to support production quality, perform checks, and uphold high standards on the shop floor.

The role is a full-time temporary position with on-site induction and paid breaks. You will record data, assist the QA team, and help maintain calibration and inspection schedules to ensure continued compliance and product quality.

Qualifications

• Experience in a quality control role within a manufacturing setting.
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality standards.
• Confident communicator and team player.
• Comfortable using software systems and maintaining accurate records.
• Awareness of health & safety protocols in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality checks across all active machinery on the shop floor.
• Accurately record measurements and findings using internal software systems.
• Communicate with Shift Supervisors and machine operators regarding any out-of-spec products.
• Manage quarantined stock and coordinate rework or scrapping procedures.
• Complete all quality documentation (paper-based and digital).
• Support calibration checks and ensure equipment is within inspection dates.
• Assist the Quality Manager with customer complaints and investigations.
• Conduct internal audits in line with the annual schedule.

Skills

Quality checks

Record measurements

Communication

Quarantine stock

Documentation

Calibration checks

Assist QA manager

Audits

Tools

Internal software systems

Job description

Quality Operative - Runcorn

Join a well-established manufacturing company in Runcorn as a Quality Operative This It is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to high standards of production and quality assurance.

Job Type: Full-time, temporary

Start Date: Immediate

Pay rate: £13.82 per hour

Monday-Thursday 7/8am start, 10h shift

Induction and Training on site

Breaks paid

Key Responsibilities

• Perform critical quality checks across all active machinery on the shop floor
• Accurately record measurements and findings using internal software systems
• Communicate with Shift Supervisors and machine operators regarding any out-of-spec products
• Manage quarantined stock and coordinate rework or scrapping procedures
• Complete all quality documentation (paper-based and digital)
• Support calibration checks and ensure equipment is within inspection dates
• Assist the Quality Manager with customer complaints and investigations
• Conduct internal audits in line with the annual schedule

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a quality control role within a manufacturing setting
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality standards
• Confident communicator and team player
• Comfortable using software systems and maintaining accurate records
• Awareness of health & safety protocols in the workplace

PPE

• Candidates will be required to attend with safety shoes/boots and a high vis vest. If they don't have a vest, one will be provided but they will need to have safety shoes/boots.
• Safety goggles and gloves will be provided when required.