Quality Technician

Quality TechnicianSolihull 3 Shift PatternSalary:£33,700

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Technician to join a leading automotive manufacturer. You will play a critical role in ensuring the highest standards of quality across all production processes, while also driving continuous improvement initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong quality assurance background in the automotive industry, looking for a challenging and rewarding role.

Role Responsibilities:

• Drive internal and external quality issue resolution to maintain high production standards.
• Ensure working and master samples are valid, available, and used correctly in production.
• Issue, monitor, and enforce adherence to Quality Alerts across production teams.
• Initiate and oversee temporary and permanent fixes for any quality-related problems.
• Conduct product audits to ensure compliance with standards and protocols.
• Assist customers with quality concerns during your shift and visit customer sites when required.
• Support line trials and ensure accurate documentation and feedback.
• Utilize Global 8D reporting to drive root cause analysis and corrective action, with multifunctional team support.
• Provide support to operations and production teams, ensuring adherence to 1st-off procedures.

Role Requirements (Preferred but not essential):

• ONC or equivalent in Quality Control Techniques.
• Working knowledge of FMEA's (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) and control plans.
• Familiarity with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Experience conducting process and product audits.
• Metrology experience and proficiency in measurement techniques.
• Experience with X-rite colour measurement.
• Understanding of APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning).
• Ability to interpret and understand engineering drawings.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage at all levels within the organization.
• PC proficiency, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Ability to generate accurate and informative data reports.
• A team player with a collaborative mindset.
• Knowledge of paint, plastic, and assembly processes in high-volume manufacturing is desirable.

If you're a quality-focused professional looking for your next career move, send your CV or contact Cameron Stevens for a confidential discussion.