Quality Technician

Asd Lighting Plc; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lighting manufacturer in Rotherham is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Technician to join the Quality Assurance team. This role focuses on maintaining and improving product quality by conducting inspections, supporting audits, and analyzing data. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, such as Lean Six Sigma certification, and experience in quality-related roles. The company offers a competitive salary and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of quality control principles and tools.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product inspections in accordance with AQL standards.
• Support internal audits to recognised standards.
• Analyse quality data to identify trends and recommend improvements.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma certification – Yellow Belt or above

Internal Auditor training

Quality control principles understanding

Working knowledge of AQL inspections

Data-driven mindset

Technical drawing interpretation

Documentation and reporting

Proficient in MS Office

Prior experience in quality roles

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Technician to join our Quality Assurance team. This role plays a critical part in maintaining and continually improving product and process quality within our manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will support inspection, analysis, and reporting activities to ensure compliance with internal standards and customer requirements. You will be involved in root cause analysis, audit support, and driving corrective actions through data-driven quality tools.

Location

Rotherham S61 4RJ

Working Hours

The employee's normal working hours are 38.75 hours a week: Monday to Thursday 08:00-17:00 with a 45-minute lunch, and Fridays 08:00-14:00 with a 15-minute lunch.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct product inspections in accordance with AQL standards.


• Support internal audits to recognised standards (e.g. ISO 9001).


• Assist in the identification and resolution of non-conformances.


• Analyse quality data to identify trends and recommend improvements.


• Maintain accurate quality records and generate detailed reports.


• Interpret engineering drawings and product specifications.


• Liaise with cross-functional teams including production and engineering.


• Support the implementation of continuous improvement activities.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• Lean Six Sigma certification – Yellow Belt or above.


• Internal Auditor training – to a recognised industry standard.


• Solid understanding of quality control principles, tools, and processes.


• Working knowledge of AQL (Acceptable Quality Limit) inspections.


• Data-driven mindset with the ability to use data analysis tools to support decision making.


• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.


• Strong documentation and reporting capabilities.


• Competent in MS Office and familiar with basic MRP systems.


• Prior experience in quality-related roles, ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package


• Opportunities for professional development and certification


• Supportive and collaborative team environment


• A company committed to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement

If you are interested in this position, please apply with a CV and covering letter via Indeed.

Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Apply via Indeed stating salary expectations.

The post holder's duties must be carried out in compliance with the Companies Equal Opportunities Policy, with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and subsequent Health and Safety Legislation. ASD Lighting plc is an equal opportunities employer and all applicants for employment will be given equal opportunities irrespective of sex, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin.

These duties and responsibilities should be regarded as neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the post holder may be required to undertake other reasonably determined duties and responsibilities within the Company, commensurate with the post without changing the character of the post. This post may require a Disclosure & Barred Service (DBS) enhanced Criminal Records Check (CRC) check with a barred list check. Some posts may be exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). Information on all convictions including spent convictions must be declared, in line with the new Government Filtering System.

Job Details

• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent


• Experience: Good general knowledge of Lighting & components: 2 years (preferred)