Quality Engineer

Force Recruitment and Outsourcing; Blessington; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Force Recruitment and Outsourcing is seeking a Quality Assurance / Quality Control Engineer to join our manufacturing team in Blessington, Co. Wicklow.

The role is permanent, full-time, based on site with responsibilities spanning testing, inspection and quality control of concrete products to uphold durability and safety. Reporting to the General Manager, you will monitor processes, record results, implement improvements, and collaborate with management to drive quality across production.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline is required.
• Solid understanding of concrete composition, production processes and quality control methodologies.
• Experience in quality control within the construction industry, preferably with concrete or precast products.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to interpret test results and recommend actions.
• Attention to detail and accurate quality documentation.
• Ability to communicate findings clearly with management and colleagues.
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement of product quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Testing and Inspection: Conduct tests and inspections to ensure concrete products comply with relevant industry standards, specifications and quality requirements.
• Quality Assurance: Monitor manufacturing processes to maintain the structural integrity, durability, safety and performance of concrete products.
• Reporting and Documentation: Record test results and inspection findings, complete quality control documentation, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Collaboration and Coordination: Work under the direction of the General Manager and alongside the Manufacturing Foreman to identify and resolve quality-related issues.
• Communication: Liaise with relevant managers and colleagues across the organisation to communicate issues, propose solutions and support effective quality management.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve production processes, increase efficiency and enhance product quality. Monitor the effectiveness of implemented quality measures.
• Training and Development: Support the delivery of staff training on quality standards, procedures and best practices, promoting a culture of quality awareness throughout the organisation.
• Continuous Improvement: Implement quality control methodologies and participate in training and development initiatives to improve concrete manufacturing processes.
• Standards and Compliance: Help ensure that products and production processes meet applicable construction standards, specifications and quality management requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related

Job description

Role: Quality Assurance / Quality Control Engineer

Location: Blessington, Co. Wicklow, Ireland

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Industry: Construction / Precast Concrete Manufacturing

Job Description

We are seeking a Quality Assurance / Quality Control Engineer to join a manufacturing team based in Blessington, Co. Wicklow.

Reporting to the General Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and improving the quality, durability and performance of concrete products. This will involve conducting tests and inspections, analysing results, ensuring compliance with relevant industry standards and specifications, and implementing improvements across the production process.

Working closely with management and manufacturing personnel, the Quality Assurance / Quality Control Engineer will support continuous improvement, maintain accurate quality documentation and promote a strong culture of quality, safety and compliance throughout the organisation.

This is a permanent, full-time position with benefits included.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Testing and Inspection: Conduct tests and inspections to ensure concrete products comply with relevant industry standards, specifications and quality requirements.
• Quality Assurance: Monitor manufacturing processes to maintain the structural integrity, durability, safety and performance of concrete products.
• Reporting and Documentation: Record test results and inspection findings, complete quality control documentation, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Collaboration and Coordination: Work under the direction of the General Manager and alongside the Manufacturing Foreman to identify and resolve quality-related issues.
• Communication: Liaise with relevant managers and colleagues across the organisation to communicate issues, propose solutions and support effective quality management.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve production processes, increase efficiency and enhance product quality. Monitor the effectiveness of implemented quality measures.
• Training and Development: Support the delivery of staff training on quality standards, procedures and best practices, promoting a culture of quality awareness throughout the organisation.
• Continuous Improvement: Implement quality control methodologies and participate in training and development initiatives to improve concrete manufacturing processes.
• Standards and Compliance: Help ensure that products and production processes meet applicable construction standards, specifications and quality management requirements.

Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Education: A degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline is required.
• Technical Knowledge: A solid understanding of concrete composition, concrete production processes and quality control methodologies is essential.
• Industry Experience: Previous quality control experience within the construction industry is highly desirable, particularly experience involving concrete or precast concrete products.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to interpret test results, identify quality issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Attention to Detail: A high level of accuracy when conducting inspections, analysing results and maintaining quality documentation.
• Communication Skills: The ability to communicate quality-related findings clearly and work effectively with management, manufacturing personnel and colleagues across the organisation.
• Continuous Improvement: A proactive approach to identifying opportunities to improve product quality, production efficiency and compliance.