Quality Technician

CONTENUR; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Health Cash Plan

25 days annual leave + bank holiday

On-site parking

Life Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Contenur is seeking a Quality Assurance Officer to ensure product inspections, testing and material conformity within our manufacturing plant. You will work on EN 840 standards, perform MFI and moisture testing where required, and help drive continuous quality improvements.

The role reports to the Quality Director and offers a permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Quality Technician/Inspector role within manufacturing.
• Ability to follow specifications, procedures and quality standards accurately.
• Experience with MFI and moisture testing is desirable.
• Knowledge of EN 840 and other product testing standards is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Carry out product inspections during manufacturing and at end of production.
• Perform testing in accordance with applicable standards and procedures.
• Inspect loads and materials from suppliers against quality standards.
• Record testing results and communicate findings.
• Identify and record non-conformities and support corrective actions.
• Assist in supplier quality investigations and audits.
• Support environmental compliance activities within the plant.

Skills

Quality inspection

Testing procedures

Measurement equipment

Attention to detail

Laboratory testing

Non-conformance analysis

ISO 9001 knowledge

ISO 14001 knowledge

Education

Quality/Engineering degree

Tools

Measuring instruments

Laboratory testing equipment

Job description

Contenur is dedicated to designing, manufacturing and marketing comprehensive solutions for urban waste containers that improve the quality of life, sustainability and aesthetics of cities. We are market leaders because we have been clearly committed to innovation and quality in both products and processes for more than 30 years, and because of our international development, which has allowed us to be present in more than 40 countries. In this company you will find a clear vision of service for both our customers and our employees with a desire to grow through innovation.

Due to growing demand we are currently in search of a Quality Assurance Officer to join our team. This is a permanent role and will report to the Quality Director.

Responsibilities

• Carry out product inspections during the manufacturing process and at the end of production, ensuring compliance with quality requirements, specifications and customer requirements.
• Carry out practical product testing in accordance with applicable standards and procedures, particularly EN 840/5, including the preparation of products and equipment required for testing.
• Perform random inspections of loads and materials received from suppliers against established quality standards.
• Inspect, sample and control raw materials and recycled materials upon receipt, including laboratory testing such as MFI and moisture content.
• Carry out and accurately factory-based testing records, ensuring results are properly documented and communicated.
• Identify and record non-conformities within the factory and support investigations, root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Support the investigation and follow-up of supplier quality issues and complaints.
• Participate in supplier visits and inspections where required.
• Monitor and support trials aimed at increasing the use and quality of recycled material.
• Support the investigation of customer quality complaints, including inspections, testing, data analysis and follow-up actions.
• Propose product and process improvements to enhance quality, efficiency and reliability.
• Support the preparation of internal, customer and external audits, including the preparation of quality records, test results and supporting documentation.
• Support environmental compliance activities within the plant where required.
• Work closely with Production and other departments to identify and resolve day-to-day quality issues.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Quality Technician, Quality Inspector, Materials Technician or similar quality role within a manufacturing environment.
• Practical experience of product inspection and/or testing.
• Ability to follow technical specifications, testing procedures and quality standards accurately.
• Experience using measuring, inspection with testing equipment.
• Good attention to detail and ability to identify and report quality issues and non-conformities.
• Ability to accurately record and communicate inspection and test results.
• Experience within plastics and/or injection moulding.
• Technical qualification in Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Materials Science or a related discipline would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Experience of laboratory testing, including MFI and/or moisture testing.
• Knowledge of EN 840 or other relevant product testing standards.
• Knowledge or practical experience of ISO 9001 and/or ISO 14001.
• Experience supporting internal, customer or external audits.
• Experience of non-conformance investigation, root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Environmental compliance knowledge.

The role involves regular practical work within the factory, including the handling and preparation of products and test equipment and participation in physical product testing.

Salary: £28,000.00 – £30,000 per year (DOE)

Bonus: performance bonus

• Company pension
• Health Cash Plan
• 25 days annual leave + bank holiday
• On-site parking
• Life Insurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme

At Contenur, we are committed to providing and promoting equal employment opportunities. Our goal is to treat all employees and candidates fairly and equally, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.