Quality Technician / Quality Engineer - Aerospace

VanRath; Portadown; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering manufacturer in Northern Ireland is seeking a Quality Technician / Quality Engineer to enhance their quality management processes. The role requires a background in engineering manufacturing, specifically in aerospace, with hands-on experience in inspection activities and proficiency in metrology tools. Responsibilities include supporting audits, inspection activities, and quality improvement initiatives. The position offers competitive remuneration and a range of benefits including healthcare, pension, and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Enhanced Mat/Pat leave

Pension

Healthcare plan

Flexible working hours

Free onsite parking

Gym subsidy

Qualifications

• Previous experience in engineering manufacturing, particularly aerospace.
• Hands-on experience with inspection activities within a manufacturing setting.
• Understanding of industry measuring principles like GD&T and SPC.

Responsibilities

• Support Quality Manager in audit activities and continuous improvement.
• Conduct internal audits and assist with customer/supplier audits.
• Perform inspection activities, including dimensional checks and documentation.

Skills

Inspection activities

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to read engineering drawings

Education

Degree / HNC / HND in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Metrology tools

Job description

Quality Technician / Quality Engineer - Portadown (Manufacturing / Aerospace)

Client

VANRATH are partnering with a leading precision engineering manufacturer who supply into high-spec aerospace and advanced manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth, they are now recruiting a Quality Technician / Quality Engineer with a strong focus on inspection and aerospace quality standards to support Quality Management and drive continuous improvement within production.

The Ideal Person

Essential:

• Previous experience in engineering manufacturing (precision, aerospace, CNC, fabrication or similar)
• Hands-on experience of inspection activities within a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and interpret complex aerospace/engineering drawings (GD&T advantageous)
• Experience with metrology tools (calipers / micrometers / height gauges / plug gauges etc)
• Strong communication, analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Production, Quality and Engineering teams
• Experience within a dedicated Quality / Inspection role (PPAP / FAIR / NCR / Root Cause etc)
• Exposure to aerospace quality standards e.g. AS9100 / AS9102

Desirable:

• Six Sigma green belt
• Degree / HNC / HND in Engineering or related discipline
• Experience working within a high-precision / tight-tolerance environment
• Understanding of industry measuring principles (GD&T, SPC, MSA)

Responsibilities

• Support Quality Manager in audit activity and continuous improvement of the QMS
• Carry out internal audits and assist with customer / supplier / AS9100 audits
• Perform and support inspection activities including dimensional checks, FAIRs and documentation
• Support PPAP activities (MSA, SPC, PFMEA, PCP, FAIR)
• Manage NCRs, root cause analysis and corrective actions (8D / 5 Whys / A3)
• Support reduction of scrap, rework and non-value add activity through robust inspection feedback
• Support supplier quality investigations and drive zero defect improvements
• Assist with quality reporting, KPI tracking and MRB activities

Remuneration

Competitive salary (DOE) + benefits including:

• Generous annual leave
• Enhanced Mat/Pat leave
• Pension
• Healthcare plan
• Flexible working hours
• Free onsite parking
• Gym subsidy

Hours

Mon-Thu: 07:00-16:00 (or 08:00-17:15)
Fri: 07:00-12:00 (or 08:00-12:00)

For further information on this role, or any other Quality roles in Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Dan Orr in the strictest confidence.
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