Quality Control Technician

AGA Rangemaster; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A British manufacturing company is seeking a Quality Control Technician to uphold product quality at their Long Eaton site. In this role, you will manage quality systems, conduct audits, and drive continuous improvements. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of ISO9001 and quality auditing, alongside a background in engineering or manufacturing. Benefits include a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company bonus

Middleby Pension Plan

Life Assurance

Company Sick Pay

Company discounts

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and understanding of ISO9001 & quality auditing.
• Experience with QA/QC procedures and British Standards.
• Full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve internal and supplier quality systems.
• Conduct quality investigations and root cause analysis.
• Manage non-conformance reports and track corrective actions.

Skills

Strong knowledge and understanding of ISO9001

Quality auditing

Analytical and methodical approach to problem-solving

Clear communication and reporting skills

Computer literacy

Education

Professional certification such as CQE or CQA, Six Sigma

Background in engineering or manufacturing

Job description

Quality Control Technician

Location: Long Eaton

Hours: 39 hours a week Monday to Friday

Salary: Up to GBP40,000 per year

Contract type: Permanent

Why join AGA Rangemaster?

Join a company with a proud British manufacturing heritage. Based at our Long Eaton site, home of the iconic Leisure Sinks brand, you ll be part of the wider AGA Rangemaster family alongside names like AGA, Rangemaster and Rayburn. Here, craftsmanship, quality, and continuous improvements are at the heart of everything we do.

What We Offer

• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Company bonus
• Middleby Pension Plan
• Life Assurance
• Company Sick Pay
• Company discounts
• On-site parking
• Supportive, inclusive working environment

The Quality Control Technician role

As Quality Engineer, you ll take a lead role in upholding the quality of our products and processes. Working closely with production, engineering, customers and suppliers, you ll manage quality systems, conduct audits and investigations, and drive improvements that help us exceed customer expectations and maintain industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve internal and supplier quality systems
• Conduct quality investigations and root cause analysis (8D, 5Y)
• Compile and review Manufacturing Quality Plans (MQPs)
• Inspect in-house and third-party supplied products to ensure compliance
• Maintain formal quality documentation for lifetime traceability
• Resolve customer concerns with professionalism and accuracy
• Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) and track corrective actions
• Support testing of sinks and taps to ensure conformity to standards
• Organise third-party inspections as required
• Drive lean and continuous improvement initiatives

What we re looking for:

Essential

• Strong knowledge and understanding of ISO9001 & quality auditing
• Professional certification such as CQE or CQA, Six Sigma
• Background in engineering or manufacturing with an understanding of Lean Manufacturing
• Experience with QA/QC procedures and British Standards
• Knowledge of testing best practices, version-control procedures, and defect management processes
• Analytical with a methodical approach to problem-solving
• Clear communicator with excellent reporting and documentation skills
• Computer literacy
• Full UK driving license

Are you ready to help shape the quality standards and support the continued success of an iconic brand, we d love to hear from you.