QA/QC Inspector / Inverness-shire

We have a current opportunity for a QA/QC Inspector to join the Client on a permanent basis.

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating and monitoring the quality of the product, compliance of process parameters & systems and escalating step-changes in data or non-compliance.

Main responsibilities:

• Conduct lab testing according to CE standards and record/manage in database

• Managing and implementing onsite calibration programme of measuring equipment

• Raise testing non-conformances and quarantine product where required

• Conduct basic root-cause analysis (RCA) on non-conformances for review

• Generate regular reports on test results/process parameter/non-conformances

• Monitor graphs and escalate any step-changes in quality

• Analyse raw material usage data and Certificate of Analysis (CoA), ensuring compliance

• Prepare and test samples for external testing/market surveillance/R&D

• Daily checks of process parameters, finished product specifications etc. ensuring compliance

• Assist in Research & Development trials/ new product implementation - control and manage test data, preparing trends/comparisons for reports

• Assisting the Quality Engineer in QMS development and implementation

• Participating in the internal audit programme

• Ensuring areas including lab, control test equipment and CNC cutter/sample areas/QC areas are kept in good condition

• Any additional tasks required for collection/analysis of testing, process or product data

Qualifications/Experience:

• Previous background in quality testing/checks and standards/regulations

• Basic data analysis - can identify step-changes in trends.

• Technical awareness.

• Familiarisation with Quality Management Systems- trained ISO:9001 auditor preferable but not essential (training can be provided)

• Proficient in Microsoft Office - detailed knowledge and use of Excel formulae/tools

Skills:

• Technically minded- must be able to understand regulations and the site process

• Data analysis and interpretation through Excel or internal trending systems

• Self-motivated, open-minded, pro-active and intuitive

• High level of integrity in the data being handled within the role

• Excellent communication skills

• Comfortable working by themselves and as a team, and confident in escalating deficiencies

• Extremely organised and efficient

• Time management - reliable, must be able to multi-task and prioritise, whilst being flexible and adapting to changes in priorities

Hours of work:

Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm

(evening/weekend work occasionally required)

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