Trainee Quality Inspector

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A global inspection organization in Leeds is seeking a Trainee Quality Inspector to supervise inspections and improve quality standards within the metals and minerals industry. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a valid driving license, and the ability to produce detailed reports. This role offers a competitive salary of £28,000 plus a car allowance, with flexible working hours and travel opportunities across various locations.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Flexible working hours

Comprehensive training and development

Career progression opportunities

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid passport and full driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Minimum of two years driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Carry out and supervise inspections, weighing, and sampling.
• Perform audits within the metals and minerals industries.
• Produce detailed reports in a timely manner.

Skills

Relationship building

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Attention to detail

Decision-making skills

Education

A-level standard (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Trainee Quality Inspector
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Type: Full Time - Permanent
Salary: £28,000 per annum + car or car allowance £4,250 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Working hours are flexible as necessitated by operations. This role is site based across various locations within the UK, Europe and Worldwide. Please note you must drive and have no more than 6 points on your licence. Please only apply if you have indefinate rights to work in the UK and no restriction to travel.

About Our Client
Our client is a well-established global organisation operating within the metals and minerals inspection industry. They provide comprehensive inspection, testing, and certification services across multiple sectors and have built a strong reputation for quality and reliability in their field.

Role Overview

Our client is seeking a motivated Trainee Quality Inspector to join their dynamic inspection team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your career in quality inspection within the metals and minerals industry. You will carry out and supervise the inspection, weighing and sampling of various commodities to pre-defined standards, using appropriate methods.

Responsibilities

• Carry out and/or supervise the inspection, weighing and sampling of various commodities within the metals and minerals division
• Perform various types of audits within the metals and minerals commodity industries
• Produce accurate and detailed reports relating to work undertaken in a timely manner
• Maintain close liaison with coordination teams
• Ensure adherence to company quality systems and Health & Safety protocols

Essential Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Educated to A-level standard (or equivalent experience/qualification)
• Valid passport and full driving licence with no more than 6 points, and no IN, TT, DG or DR offences
• Minimum of two years driving experience (Full Manual UK Driving Licence and European Driving Licence accepted only)

Key Skills:

• Ability to build strong relationships across departments and with clients
• Excellent communication skills to ensure high-quality service delivery
• Strong problem-solving abilities with dispute resolution skills
• Conflict resolution capabilities
• High attention to detail
• Strong decision-making skills due to the nature of the role

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary of £28,000 per annum
• Company car or car allowance of £4,250 per annum
• Flexible working hours to suit operational requirements
• Travel opportunities across the UK, Europe and worldwide
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Career progression within a global organization
• Exposure to various commodity industries

Key Deliverables

• Provide excellent client service with detailed final reports covering scope of work requests
• Follow set quality key performance indicators
• Maintain adherence to quality systems and health and safety protocols
• Provide insights to coordination teams regarding site circumstances
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with driving telematics

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or develop their career in quality inspection and auditing.

Our client offers variety, travel opportunities, and the chance to work with a range of commodities in different locations while being part of a respected global organization. The successful candidate will be a key member of the UK inspection team and will have strong decision-making requirements due to the nature of the role, while having no direct line management responsibilities. If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the essential requirements, please apply with your CV and a covering letter detailing your relevant experience.