Trainee Quality and Production Coordinator

Office Angels; Wellington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Annual bonus

Cycle2Work

Volunteering days

Enhanced parental pay

EAP

Death in service

Job summary

Office Angels in Wellington is seeking a Trainee Quality and Production Coordinator to support goods-inwards inspection and in-process quality control on a manufacturing line. You will help ensure components and finished products meet defined quality standards and support continuous improvement.

The role offers hands-on training in a growing technology-led manufacturing business, with a salary of £28k–£35k per year depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a quality control, inspection, or manufacturing support role, including goods inwards and/or in-process inspection.
• Competent use of Microsoft Word and Excel for inspection records, reporting, and basic data analysis.
• Experience of working with ERP/MRP systems desirable.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Clear and professional communicator, confident in identifying, documenting, and challenging quality issues.

Responsibilities

• Support goods inwards inspection of purchased components, materials, and assemblies against drawings, specifications, purchase order requirements, and applicable ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 control.
• Maintain accurate, traceable inspection and quality records, and provide relevant data to support reporting, audits, and KPIs.
• Carry out routine and ad hoc in-process inspections, maintaining a visible quality presence on the shop floor and working proactively with production personnel.
• Carry out internal and supplier audits as required to support the Quality Assurance Manager.
• Identify recurring issues, trends, and risks, and contribute to improvement activities to reduce defects, rework, waste, and compliance risks.

Skills

Quality control

Inspection

Manufacturing support

MS Word/Excel

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Are you currently working in a production/manufacturing/engineering environment , have got involved in quality and looking for your next step up the ladder? Want to work for a company who will invest in your future and train you? then read on....

Job Title: Trainee Quality and Production Coordinator

Location: Wellington

Salary: £28 - £35K PA DOE

Hours: 8am - 4.15pm (Monday-Thursday) 8am-3pm (Friday)

Benefit Package

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Annual Company Bonus based on performance
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Up to 2 days per year for volunteering
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Death in service insurance (4 x salary after probation)

The Company

A successful and growing technology-led manufacturing business that designs and supplies specialist products and solutions to a diverse range of industry sectors. Known for its focus on innovation, quality and customer service, the company offers a collaborative working environment and continues to invest in new technologies, people and processes to support its ongoing growth.

Role Overview

Provide hands-on quality control support across goods-inward inspection and production activities, ensuring purchased components and manufactured products meet defined quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support goods inwards inspection of purchased components, materials, and assemblies against drawings, specifications, purchase order requirements, and applicable ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 control.
• Maintain accurate, traceable inspection and quality records, and provide relevant data to support reporting, audits, and KPIs.
• Carry out routine and ad hoc in-process inspections, maintaining a visible quality presence on the shop floor and working proactively with production personnel.
• Carry out internal and supplier audits as required to support the Quality Assurance Manager.
• Identify recurring issues, trends, and risks, and contribute to improvement activities to reduce defects, rework, waste, and compliance risks.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a quality control, inspection, or manufacturing support role, including goods inwards and/or in-process inspection.
• Competent use of Microsoft Word and Excel for inspection records, reporting, and basic data analysis.
• Experience of working with ERP/MRP systems desirable.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Clear and professional communicator, confident in identifying, documenting, and challenging quality issues.

We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.