Quality Technician: IATF Auditor & Process Improver

e-Commerce; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in quality assurance is seeking an experienced Quality Technician for a permanent position based in Gateshead. You will be responsible for assuring quality across assembly and stamping processes, handling customer concerns, conducting audits, and engaging in continuous improvement activities. Ideal candidates will have manufacturing experience, particularly in the automotive sector, and strong problem-solving capabilities. A salary range of £29,000–£30,000 is offered, accompanied by structured work hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, preferably automotive/off-highway.
• Knowledge of GD&T and IATF 16949 auditing.

Responsibilities

• Support customer and internal containment activities.
• Conduct product and process audits.
• Investigate quality concerns using 8D.
• Carry out inspections, capability studies and calibrations.
• Manage supplier concerns and maintain documentation.
• Support jig making and measurement setups.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Auditing skills

Technical drawing reading

Quality and tooling knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

A leading company in quality assurance is seeking an experienced Quality Technician for a permanent position based in Gateshead. You will be responsible for assuring quality across assembly and stamping processes, handling customer concerns, conducting audits, and engaging in continuous improvement activities. Ideal candidates will have manufacturing experience, particularly in the automotive sector, and strong problem-solving capabilities. A salary range of £29,000–£30,000 is offered, accompanied by structured work hours.