Trainee quality control technician

Pursuit Resources Group; Braintree; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the precision manufacturing sector is seeking a Quality Control Technician in a trainee role located in Braintree. The position involves ensuring product quality, compliance, and solving quality issues, aimed at individuals with an engineering apprenticeship or similar experience. This role offers comprehensive training, support, and career progression opportunities in quality control within a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive training program

Opportunity for career progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Engineering apprenticeship background or similar technical role experience required.
• Exceptional attention to detail is critical for success.
• Strong oral and written communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing works orders and ensuring compliance standards.
• Investigating quality issues and identifying root causes.
• Using precision inspection equipment for quality checks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

CMM

Keyence

Job description

Trainee quality control technician (10383) Braintree, England

Salary: GBP26000 - GBP29000 per annum

Job Title: Quality Control Technician - Trainee Position

Location: Braintree
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time Onsite, Monday - Friday 40 hours per week
Experience Level: Trainee/Entry Level

An Exciting Opportunity for Engineering Apprentices or those in a similar position looking for a new challenge!

About This Role

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our clients quality assurance team as a Quality Control Technician. This trainee position is perfect for someone with an engineering apprenticeship background or similar technical experience who is looking to develop their career in quality control within a precision manufacturing environment.

Full training and comprehensive support will be provided - we're looking for the right attitude and aptitude rather than extensive prior experience.

What You'll Be Doing

As our Quality Control Technician, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. Your key responsibilities will include:

Documentation & Compliance

Reviewing works orders, First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR), and special customer requirements
Ensuring robust traceability and customer/AS 9100 release conformance
Recording all work accurately on our ERP system (Match-It)
Compiling comprehensive First Article Inspection Reports

Quality Investigation & Problem Solving

Investigating quality issues to identify root causes
Raising appropriate corrective action paperwork
Implementing effective containment measures to prevent customer escapes
Completing practical problem-solving activities efficiently

Ensuring component conformance both dimensionally and visually
Using precision inspection equipment including CMM, Keyence, Vici, shadow graph projectors, micrometers, and bore micrometers
Conducting visual and tactile inspections to identify defects such as burrs, cuts, and scratches
Operating within our Quality Clinic framework

Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
Managing 5S discipline according to business requirements
Working towards Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Supporting special projects as required

What We're Looking For

• Engineering apprenticeship background or similar technical role experience
• Exceptional attention to detail - this is critical for success in this role
• Can-do attitude with a methodical and accurate approach to work
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Flexible approach to work
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental policies

Desirable Skills (training will be provided):

• Experience with Ideagen Q-Pulse Visual FAIR
• CMM programming (Aberlink)
• MSA (Measurement Systems Analysis) awareness
• SPC (Statistical Process Control) awareness

What We Offer

Comprehensive training program with full support throughout your development
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge inspection equipment and technology
Career progression within a quality-focused manufacturing environment
Exposure to international regulatory standards (AS 9100)
Supportive team environment committed to continuous improvement

Ready to Apply?

If you're an engineering apprentice or have similar technical experience and are ready to build a rewarding career in quality control, we'd love to hear from you. This role offers excellent training opportunities and the chance to develop specialisedskills in precision measurement and quality assurance.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you're interested in this quality control opportunity.

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