Quality Paint Inspector

Optima UK Inc Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Quality Paint Inspector to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for leading internal audits and ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards. Your keen eye for detail will be essential as you perform in-process checks and final inspections, maintaining the highest quality standards for products. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to a well-established and growing company, where your expertise will help drive continuous improvement and operational excellence. If you are passionate about quality control and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free parking

Staff welfare

Company events

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of QMS and ISO 9001:2015 standards is essential.
• Proven experience in quality control within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal audits and drive continuous improvement activities.
• Perform in-process checks and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Conduct final visual inspections and maintain quality records.

Skills

QMS knowledge

ISO 9001:2015 standards

Quality control experience

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Relevant Qualification in BGAS or NACE

Job description

Job Role: Quality Paint Inspector
Location: Loughborough
Shift: 07:30am to 4:30pm Mon to Thu / 07:30am to 12:30pm on Fri
Pay: 16.50 to 18.26 per hour depending on experience

Benefits: Opportunity to join a well-established and growing company, free parking, staff welfare, company events.

Our client: An established fabrication company making industrial products for a range of industries is currently recruiting for a Quality Paint Inspector to join their team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead internal audits throughout the audit cycle and drive continuous improvement activities in line with ISO 9001:2015 standards.
2. Perform in-process checks for painting at every stage, including visual assessments, DFT, WFT, paint adhesion, and P.I.G tests.
3. Ensure compliance with surface preparation processes, checking profiles in accordance with MTSP 187.
4. Ensure the correct environmental conditions are maintained in the paint booth.
5. Monitor, calibrate, and record all relevant equipment on QC forms, controlling calibration periods.
6. Conduct incoming material inspections to verify compliance with specifications.
7. Maintain full traceability of all quality records and ensure adherence to specifications.
8. Perform final visual inspections, checking for damage, burrs, paint quality, and part markings.

Key Roles:

1. Assist in the safe delivery of products, adhering to all relevant safety and quality guidelines.
2. Prepare materials for the next stage in the process, ensuring accurate marking for welding and painting.
3. Oversee paint material preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring correct volumes.
4. Liaise with other departments to foster strong communication and collaboration.
5. Ensure product release processes comply with customer specifications for the finishing area.
6. Continuously look for ways to improve processes, increasing efficiency and product quality.

Skills & Qualifications:

1. Strong knowledge of QMS and ISO 9001:2015 standards.
2. Relevant Qualification in BGAS or NACE.
3. Proven experience in quality control within a manufacturing or production environment.
4. Strong attention to detail and ability to perform accurate inspections.
5. Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous process improvement.
6. Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work across departments.

Apply: To apply for the Quality Paint Inspector position please submit an up-to-date CV, and one of our Consultants will be in touch.