Full job descriptionJob title:
Quality Engineering Technician

Job location:
Basildon

Rate:
£20.64

Hours per week:
37

Duration:
6 months

Start date:
ASAP

Client Summary:
A leading, well recognised global manufacturer of Agricultural machinery

Position Summary:
Responsible for supporting the Quality functions through the inspection, validation, and rework of components and vehicles. The role will ensure finished products meet engineering
specifications as well support the identification, investigation, and resolution of quality issues. This will encompass inspection duties across, warehouse, lineside, and finished vehicles.

Roles can include:
* Inspect and validate components against engineering drawings, specifications, and test
criteria
* Investigate quality concerns, capturing data and supporting root cause analysis
* Support resolution of product quality issues in collaboration with internal teams and
external suppliers
* Communicate quality concerns and updates in a timely manner
* Prepare and maintain quality reports and performance metrics (KPIs)
* Support audits and ensure timely closure of actions
* Review PPAP and quality documentation (e.g. IRW’s, deviations, change requests, PIRs)
* Implement containment, rework, and corrective actions to minimise defects and scrap
* Manage and control non-conforming (reject) material, including quarantine processes
* Support incoming inspection of previously identified defect components
* Coordinate shipment of parts for internal and external analysis, including relevant
documentation
* Manage rework and containment activities, including external contractors where
required
* Support compliance with company systems and processes (e.g. SAP, quality systems)
* Assist with the development and implementation of testing and inspection plans
* Maintain and support compliance of test equipment
* Contribute to continuous improvement activities, including Kaizens

Person Profile/Experience:
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings (including GD&T)
* Strong problem-solving skills with knowledge of structured methodologies (e.g. 8D,
PDCA, DMAIC)
* Practical understanding of manufacturing processes and quality control
* Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office, SIGIP, Teamcenter, Azure and familiarity with
ERP/quality systems
* Knowledge of quality tools such as FMEA and control plans
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
* Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications:
* Driving Licence
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing or quality environment
* Relevant engineering qualification or equivalent experience preferred

Contact Information: James Bell
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