Manufacturing Futures currently seek to appoint a Quality Inspector to join an established manufacturing business near Manchester. This is a fast-paced hands-on role where you will work closely with the shop floor staff to improve processes and ways of working throughout the business. For this role, you must be a confident problem solver with some exposure to lean manufacturing techniques and have previous experience of working with metals/machining/assembly lines in a regulated industry (nuclear, aerospace, automotive, CNC, oil & gas, etc).
Quality Inspector - Role and Responsibilities
1. Reviewing manufacturing processes and techniques to find efficiencies
2. Investigating customer complaints, using root cause analysis and other tools, and implementing corrective actions
3. Carrying out quality risk assessments
4. Conducting supplier audits and analyzing supplier and sub-contractor performance and implementing improvement measures
5. Carrying out internal audits and hosting external auditor visits in line with ISO accreditations
6. Delivering training to staff: this may be via toolbox talks or presentations
7. Overseeing the document management system
Quality Inspector - Skills and Abilities
1. Proven experience and working knowledge of ISO 9001 management system development, implementation, and improvement
2. Practical experience of working with and implementing quality improvement techniques such as Six Sigma, LEAN Manufacturing, and problem-solving tools like root cause analysis, 8D, fishbone diagrams, and five whys
3. Experience of carrying out internal audits, identifying non-conformances, giving feedback, and developing improvement plans
4. Motivation to challenge the status quo, balanced with a supportive approach to change management and the associated challenges this brings
If this role could appeal, please do apply now!
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