Quality Inspector

Baltic Recruitment Services Ltd; Wallsend; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Company bonus based on performance

Job summary

Baltic Recruitment Services Ltd is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to support Production, Quality and EHS. You will perform in-process and final inspections, prepare samples for testing, and maintain accurate QC records using Sage X3 and Excel.

The role involves forklift-related tasks and cross-department collaboration to meet KPIs and improve quality. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in QC/inspection in manufacturing, strong attention to detail, good numeracy, and proficient IT

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience within a Quality Control or inspection role in a manufacturing environment.
• Counterbalance and Reach forklift licences preferred but not essential.
• Experience with ERP/business systems such as Sage X3 is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in line with procedures and quality standards.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook) and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Quality Control activities in line with Health, Safety, Environmental standards and ISO 9001 procedures.
• Complete in-process and final inspections against specifications and customer requirements.
• Prepare and drill product samples for chemistry testing with proper traceability.
• Accurately record and communicate Quality Control data in Sage X3, Excel and other systems.
• Maintain traceability and records, identify non-conforming products and report quality concerns.
• Support other departments with quality queries and inspection needs, escalating when needed.
• Safely handle and move products, including forklift-related tasks.
• Ensure QC tools and consumables are available and calibrated.
• Contribute to KPIs, quality meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, Engineering, Maintenance and EHS to uphold high standards.

Skills

Quality control

Attention to detail

Numeracy

Communication

Time management

Forklift licence

Tools

Sage X3

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Overall Purpose:

This role will carry out a range of inspection and quality control activities to support Production, Quality and EHS requirements, ensuring products and processes meet both internal standards and customer expectations. Working closely with Production and the wider Quality team, you will complete quality control activities in a timely and accurate manner, provide support on quality-related matters and help ensure departmental targets are achieved.Key Duties:

Key Duties:

• Carry out all Quality Control activities in accordance with Health, Safety, Environmental, 5S, ISO 9001 and internal company procedures.
• Complete in-process and final inspections of manufactured products, ensuring compliance with specifications, customer requirements and internal quality standards.
• Prepare and drill product samples for chemistry testing, ensuring accurate identification, handling and traceability throughout the process.
• Accurately record, maintain and communicate Quality Control data using Sage X3, Excel and other approved systems, ensuring information is complete and available within required timescales.
• Maintain excellent product traceability and accurate Quality Control records, including the identification and reporting of non-conforming products, quality concerns and process deviations.
• Support Production and other departments with Quality Control queries, inspection requirements and day-to-day quality issues, escalating concerns where appropriate.
• Safely handle and move products as required, including loading oven beds using forklifts, lifting equipment or slings.
• Ensure Quality Control tools, equipment and consumables are available, fit for purpose and maintained appropriately, including calibration, repair, replacement and stock replenishment.
• Contribute to departmental KPIs, Quality meetings and continuous improvement activities, identifying opportunities to improve quality, efficiency and overall performance.
• Work collaboratively across Quality, Production, Engineering, Maintenance and EHS, promoting high standards of Quality Control and best practice across the site.

Key Requirements:

• Current Counterbalance and Reach Forklift Truck licences is preferred but not essential.
• Slinging/lifting equipment training would be advantageous.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience within a Quality Control or inspection role, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to work accurately and consistently in accordance with established procedures, specifications and quality standards.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate quality-related information clearly to colleagues and other departments.
• Good numeracy skills, with the ability to interpret measurements, data and inspection results accurately.
• Good IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Experience using Sage X3, or a similar ERP/business system, would be advantageous.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines and work towards departmental KPIs.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative while maintaining appropriate Health & Safety standards.
• A proactive and flexible approach, with a willingness to learn new skills, support continuous improvement and assist with the training of others.

The Package:

• £32,000 per annum.
• 24-7 shift operation. 5 days on, 3 days off including weekend work. Three 6AM-2:30PM shifts, followed by two 2PM-10:30PM shifts on rotation. May be requirements for additional night shift in the future.
• 31 shifts Holiday per annum, inclusive of bank holidays.
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme.
• Company bonus based on performance