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QA Assistant Technologist

Michael Page Marketing
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Salford, Greater Manchester M6 5BR

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of QA Assistant Technologist involves conducting comprehensive risk assessments for product categories to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
  • Candidates should have a strong understanding of quality standards, manufacturing methods, and consumer product safety requirements, with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
  • The role includes reviewing and approving product specifications, collaborating with product development teams, and maintaining a compliance database.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, and employees enjoy benefits such as 25 days of holiday, free parking, and opportunities for professional development.
  • The work environment is described as collaborative and innovative, with additional perks like employee discounts and access to football tickets.
  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for product categories, ensuring compliance with relevant safety and regulatory standards within your category areas.
  • Review and approve product specifications providing advice on quality control measures and test plans in your category area.

Client Details

A great opportunity for an QA Assistant Technologistto join a growing Ecommerce Retailer in the Worsley area. They sell a variety of trend led product for the home and apparel. From Bedding to throws, cushions to loungewear. Due to strong trading figures and company investment they are seeking to add to their Technologist team.

Description

  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for product categories, ensuring compliance with relevant safety and regulatory standards within your category areas.
  • Review and approve product specifications providing advice on quality control measures and test plans in your category area.
  • Identify potential risks early and work collaboratively with product development team and suppliers to implement effective mitigation strategies.
  • Work closely with the product development teams to integrate quality standards at the inception stage of new products.
  • Address non-conformities by working closely with suppliers to implement appropriate corrective actions.
  • Assess and review technical documentation, including material datasheets, regulatory declarations, and product certifications.
  • Ensure materials and components used in product development align with regulatory and safety standards.
  • Build and maintain a comprehensive compliance database for all product categories & packaging requirements (including sealing comments and testing results).
  • Plan, coordinate, and oversee external lab testing for UK & EU markets.
  • Maintain a proactive approach to product safety by staying informed about emerging risks and regulatory updates.
  • Perform in-house testing where applicable and ensure all testing processes and outcomes are correctly recorded.
  • Ensure all packaging, labelling, and declarations meet legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Review & approve safety claims and create instructional materials to align with

Profile

  • Understanding of the supply chain
  • Understand quality standards and manufacturing methods
  • Ability to analyse test results and present a report
  • Problem Solving Skills
  • High level of knowledge of consumer product safety requirements that are sufficient to understand relevant legislation
  • Able to work autonomously and as part of a team
  • Keen attention to detail
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing work environment
  • Administrative and accuracy skills

Job Offer

  • Competitive Salary
  • Free Parking , Close to transport links
  • 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
  • Working Hours 8-4, or 9-5 with 4 o'clock finish on a Friday
  • Early Finish on your Birthday - plus a Birthday box surprise!
  • Access to Football tickets
  • Electric Charging points are available at our Head office.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth, including progression opportunities
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Employee discounts on our wide range of products.

QA Assistant Technologist

QA Assistant Technologist

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.