Quality Control Technician

Heidelberg Materials UK; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentives

Generous pension

Life assurance

Flexible working

Holiday purchase

Sabbatical options

Maternity support

Paternity support

Adoption support

IVF support

Neonatal care

Menopause support

Volunteering day

Employee communities

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK in Port Talbot is seeking a Quality Control Technician to ensure the consistent quality of Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS), from raw materials inspection to dispatch of finished products. You will work with a dedicated team to uphold product specifications and support site quality objectives.

The role emphasizes accuracy, data analysis, and adherence to European standards, with a 40-hour week, a £37,783 salary, and overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Comfortable working with technical data and laboratory testing procedures.
• Analytical and able to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Organised and capable of maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• A strong communicator who can work effectively with both operational and technical teams.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of health, safety, and environmental responsibility.
• Previous experience within a quality control, laboratory, manufacturing, production, or process environment would be advantageous, although training can be provided for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Sampling and preparing production, delivered, stock, and export granulate materials for testing.
• Conducting laboratory analysis and testing of granulate samples.
• Supporting production planning by helping prepare consistent granulate stockpiles for manufacturing.
• Reviewing and monitoring process quality control data on a daily basis.
• Carrying out regular sampling and testing of finished GGBS products to ensure compliance with European standards and customer requirements.
• Inspecting Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts and identifying process variations to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintaining accurate quality records and reporting quality data to internal and external stakeholders.
• Managing and communicating instances of non-conforming materials and quality variances.
• Contributing to quality improvement projects and helping achieve site quality objectives and targets.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Quality focus

Analytical

Communication

Organised

Health & Safety

Job description

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.

We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.

At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

Quality Control Technician

Location: Port Talbot

Salary: £37,783

Compensation: Bonus available + Overtime available at business requirements

Hours: 40 hours 8am - 4pm

Help Shape Quality from Raw Materials to Finished Product

Are you passionate about quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement? Do you enjoy working in a technical environment where your attention to detail makes a real difference?

We are looking for a Quality Control Technician to join our team in Port Talbot. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the consistent quality of Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS), from the inspection of raw materials through to the despatch of finished products to customers.

Working as part of a committed and collaborative team, you will help maintain the highest quality standards, support operational excellence, and contribute to the ongoing success of our production processes.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Sampling and preparing production, delivered, stock, and export granulate materials for testing.
• Conducting laboratory analysis and testing of granulate samples.
• Supporting production planning by helping prepare consistent granulate stockpiles for manufacturing.
• Reviewing and monitoring process quality control data on a daily basis.
• Carrying out regular sampling and testing of finished GGBS products to ensure compliance with European standards and customer requirements.
• Inspecting Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts and identifying process variations to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintaining accurate quality records and reporting quality data to internal and external stakeholders.
• Managing and communicating instances of non-conforming materials and quality variances.
• Contributing to quality improvement projects and helping achieve site quality objectives and targets.

What We’re Looking For

• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Comfortable working with technical data and laboratory testing procedures.
• Analytical and able to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Organised and capable of maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• A strong communicator who can work effectively with both operational and technical teams.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of health, safety, and environmental responsibility.

Previous experience within a quality control, laboratory, manufacturing, production, or process environment would be advantageous, although training can be provided for the right candidate.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to join a business where quality sits at the heart of everything we do. You’ll have the chance to develop your technical skills, contribute to continuous improvement activities, and play a vital role in delivering products that meet the highest industry standards.

If you’re looking for a hands‑on technical role where your work has a direct impact on product quality and customer satisfaction, we’d love to hear from you.

Rewards & Benefits

We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including:

Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador |MPQC Member

• Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
• Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities

Apply today and help us deliver quality without compromise.