Quality Technician - Measurement Systems

NRL; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global recruitment agency is seeking an MSE Technician for a battery manufacturing organization in Sunderland. The technician will ensure the accuracy and compliance of measurement systems. Responsibilities include maintaining calibration records and conducting analysis studies. Candidates should have knowledge of metrology, quality tools, and strong analytical skills. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Dental plan

Holiday purchase/sell scheme

Discounted gym membership

Pay-based appraisals

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Education/experience in metrology beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of MSA methods.
• Awareness of ISO 17025 and calibration traceability.
• Ability to analyse, interpret, and present data.
• Knowledge of GD&T and metrology principles.
• Experience with dimensional/electrical equipment.
• Understanding of core quality tools.
• Organised, detail-focused, with good communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Maintain calibration databases, records, and schedules.
• Review calibration vendors for suitability.
• Ensure documentation meets IATF 16949 requirements.
• Plan and conduct Measurement Systems Analysis studies.
• Investigate system issues and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical updates and reports.

Job description

Overview

NRL are proud to be recruiting on behalf of AESC for Quality Technicians to join their world-leading, global Battery Manufacturing organisation based in the North East of England. In this role you will support the development and operation of a world class, innovative, large-scale mass manufacturing plant.

This is a unique and rare opportunity to join one of the most exciting, large scale, net zero industrial developments where new and emerging technologies will be adopted in support of the rapidly growing electric vehicle marketplace.

Mission and role details

The role of the MSE Technician is to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and compliance of measurement systems and equipment used in battery production at AESC. This role combines metrology, calibration, and process control to maintain precision across critical testing and manufacturing operations. The MSE Technician supports the validation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of measurement tools and systems to guarantee that all production and quality data meet required industry standards. Additionally, the MSE Technician will work closely with engineers, production, maintenance and quality teams to ensure measurement integrity, minimise variability, and optimise overran manufacturing performance.

Outline and Responsibilities

• Maintain calibration databases, records, and schedules. Coordinate activities with vendors and stakeholders.
• Review calibration vendors/scopes for suitability. Monitor certifications and escalate issues.
• Ensure traceability and documentation meet IATF 16949 requirements.
• Plan and conduct Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA) studies (GRR, bias, linearity, stability).
• Investigate system issues and implement corrective actions for continuous improvement.
• Provide clear technical updates and reports at all levels.

Experience & qualifications Required

• Education/experience in metrology (advantage).
• Strong knowledge of MSA methods (AIAG 4th Edition desirable).
• Awareness of ISO 17025, calibration traceability and ISO standards.
• Ability to analyse, interpret, and present data for fact-based decisions.
• Knowledge of GD&T and metrology principles.
• Experience with dimensional/electrical equipment (micrometers, multimeters, etc.), CMM/OMM systems and calibration techniques.
• Understanding of quality core tools (PPAP, APQP, MSA, FMEA, SPC).
• Organised, detail-focused, with strong communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Additional

• Ability to travel within the UK & abroad with short notice (including extended periods overseas)
• Full driving license

What's in it for you?

• Chance to work fora world class organisation
• Competitive salary
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Benefits including life assurance, dental plan, holiday purchase/ sell scheme, discounted gym membership
• Pay based appraisals
• Pension scheme

If this role sounds of interest, apply with an up to date CV and a member of the recruitment team will be in touch.

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