Quality Technician
Salary: Up to £30,000
Location: Leeds
Company Overview
We are a leading manufacturer looking for a Quality Technician to join the team. Reporting directly to the Quality Manager you will play an integral role in achieving Quality targets for a true market leading company. With a long-established presence within Leeds this is an ideal opportunity for a strong Quality Technician looking for their next challenging position with the backing of a stable and secure business.
Role Responsibilities
* Assist with calibration and inspection processes.
* Operate the CMM (Mitutoyo experience is an advantage but not essential).
* Support APQP for new products, including the generation and development of all documentation.
* Liaise on internal and external tool trials/line trial support.
* Participate in PPAP activities.
* Investigate, resolve, and respond to customer concerns.
* Assist with maintaining quality systems and implementing changes/improvements in line with IATF 16949 standards.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential:
* Strong attention to detail.
* Effective communication skills across all levels of the business.
* Well-organised with strong problem-solving abilities.
* Minimum GCSE Grade 3 (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
* Experience in interpreting engineering material standards.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Desirable:
* Experience in operating a CMM (Mitutoyo preferred).
* Internal Auditor experience (IATF 16949).
* Familiarity with APQP and PPAP documentation processes.
Compensation & Benefits
* Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum, paid hourly.
* Base Hourly Rate: £14.42 per hour
* Shift Patterns: Two rotating shifts:
* 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
* 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM (including some weekends)
* Overtime Rates:
* For the 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM weekday shift, an additional overtime premium of 1/6th of the base hourly rate applies:
* Additional Overtime: £2.40 per hour.
* Overtime Hourly Rate (Weekday 2-10 Shift): £16.82 per hour.
* For Saturdays, overtime is paid at 1.3 times the base hourly rate:
* Saturday Overtime Rate: £18.75 per hour.
* Holidays: 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
* Pension Contribution: 3%.
This role is ideal for individuals with a keen eye for detail, strong organisational skills, and a passion for maintaining high-quality standards within a manufacturing environment. If you meet the requirements, apply today.
Torque Consulting is a leading supplier of recruitment and headhunting services into the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Defence, Oil & Gas, Technology and Life Sciences. We pride ourselves on providing a service that leaves the personal touch while ensuring efficiency. If the position is not entirely suited to your professional experience, location, or financial expectations, please get in touch with a member of our team to find out about other opportunities. Both Torque Consulting and our client are equal opportunity employers and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status