A mechanical manufacturing firm in Oxfordshire is looking for a Production Quality Engineer with technical knowledge in production, mechanical products and quality assurance experience along with experience working with SAP and 8D.

Responsible For:

Management of all quality-related issues within the manufacturing team

(e.g., internal and customer warranty)

Identification of the root cause of production quality issues and the implementation of permanent corrective actions, preventing the compromise of quality standards; driving continuous improvement.

General Description:

To provide effective quality control from goods inwards inspection throughout production process by ensuring that the capture, reporting and resolution of all quality related non-conformities is undertaken in an efficient and timely manner.

Maintaining and updating the company Quality Assurance database (NCR) with the overall target objective of reducing both internal and external non-conformities.

Liaising with the supplier quality engineer and other stakeholders to communicate quality defects affecting production, with timely resolution. Providing QA data to support implementation of corrective actions with the support of the manufacturing engineering team.

Skills and Attributes

Self-motivated with excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to work independently and as well as part of a team to achieve targets. You will have a keen eye for detail which will enable you identify potential quality related issues. Strong leadership qualities with perhaps aspirations for management. Working closely with Purchasing, Production and Technical depts, you will apply a systematic approach to clearly communicate quality information and work with manufacturing engineers to resolve quality related issues.

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant manufacturing/engineering /science degree preferred, or ONC, A Levels, BTec.
• Minimum of four years previous experience in similar QA role within a fast-moving production environment.
• Strong technical knowledge in the marine, aerospace and or automotive industry (preferable but not restricted to). Strong ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Strong experience of product inspection advantageous.
• Internal auditing experience plus qualification.
• Membership of professional body would be advantageous.
• Professional qualifications would advantageous.
• Computer literate in MS Office and Adobe software as well as SAP.
• Experience using SAP is advantageous.
• Experience with QMS procedures and good understanding and experience of robust QA procedures.
• Problem solving skills such as 8D.
• Strong knowledge and application of FAIR, PPAP & FMEA.
• Knowledge of AS9100 (preferable but not restricted to), minimum knowledge of ISO 9001.
• Understanding of ISO14001 and Health and Safety practices
• Strong process mapping experience and writing of work instructions.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Strong Planning and prioritising skills with methodical approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to present data effectively, with excellent analytical skills.
• Strong Problem-solving and team working skills.
• Understanding of cost and financial impacts

Hours are Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm with some flexibility, competitive salary of c£43k, Bupa Healthcare, contribution pension and free parking on site.

This is not a hybrid role and is based in Oxfordshire and due to the location you need to drive.

A leading manufacturer in Oxfordshire are looking for a Quality Health and Safety Administrator to support to the Head of QHSE in relation to planning, delivery, monitoring and reporting QHSE activities.

General Description:

Support in delivering the Health & Safety strategic plan.

Taking minutes of meetings and action logs.

Handling of sensitive and confidential information.

Assist in the implementation of corrective action from incident investigations and safety concerns where required.

Supporting forums and working groups across the business.

Assist in the maintenance of the Health and Safety SharePoint site.

Documenting of management and process improvements across the business.

Reporting and administering of QHSE platforms.

Supporting in ensuring the safe systems of work are effective.

Supporting the quality team in a wide range of administrative duties.

Main Duties:

• Monitoring and maintaining the HSE planner.
• Ensuring that the relevant inspections and collections are arranged and carried out as per the planner.
• Facilitating in the training of Risk assessments, COSHH assessments and general HSE awareness
• Monitoring and maintaining registers for lifting equipment, forklift trucks, calibration etc.
• Liaising with the workforce to ascertain QHSE suggestions and concerns to drive continuous improvement.
• Supporting in the delivery of HSE training and toolbox talks and the maintenance of the related trainings.
• Conducting and recordings shop floor audits and maintaining the recorded data.
• Conducting inspections and observation checks on the shop floor.
• Chasing completed non-conformity reports from suppliers.
• Support the QA team in raising service calls and processing supplier returns as required.
• Writing of risk assessments.
• Writing of method statements and the creation of work instructions
• Facilitate actions / modifications from employee risk assessments /return to work.
• Complete and monitor the return of various QHSE reports, assisting management to ensure all actions are completed on time and reminders issued for those outstanding.
• Draft correspondence to include creating, revising, proof-reading, and distributing various types of documents, presentations, and spreadsheets.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly / quarterly reports.

Job Description: QHSE Administrator

Qualifications and Experience

Experience in a similar QHSE administrative role.

Good understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.

IOSH managing safely or above.

Experience of ISO 9001.

Good experience of Writing Risk Assessments, method statements and work instructions.

Experience in a production / manufacturing environment.

Experience conducting workplace inspections and checks.

Experience of producing work within defined timescales.

Excellent customer service and organizational skills, with good attention to detail

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Good knowledge of IT systems with an excellent knowledge and understanding of MS Word, Excel, outlook, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.

A positive, flexible, and pro-active approach to work.

A willingness and ability to learn new skills.

Key Characteristics / Behaviours

You need to be highly organised and a proactive individual with excellent time management skills with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team to achieve targets.

You also need a keen eye for detail, process driven and proficient with data analysis will apply a systematic approach to clearly communicate QHSE information.

Hours are Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm with some flexibility, competitive salary of c£30k, Bupa Healthcare, contribution pension and free parking on site.

This is not a hybrid role and is based in Oxfordshire and due to the location you need to drive.

A moulding, mechanical manufacturing company in Oxford are looking for a Quality Inspector to

inspect incoming goods and quality components and also moulded incoming parts plus completed end of line inspections as required.

General Description:

Ensure incoming materials meet the required specifications and standards through examination and precise measurement tools.

Maintain detailed records of inspections, noting deviations or defects found to ensure traceability and quality control.

Main Duties:

Conduct the goods inwards inspections for incoming materials as per the defined daily list.

Utilizing various measurement tools such as callipers, micrometres, and electronic inspection equipment to measure product dimensions.

Monitor and maintain the quality inspection dashboard and the moulding inspection log.

Communicate identified defects promptly to internal and external stakeholders and collaborate on corrective actions for timely resolution.

Develop effective processes to optimise the inspection process and enhance product quality assurance.

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum of 5 years' experience as a quality inspector in the manufacturing sector.

Certification in quality control is preferred.

Strong dimensional analysis skills with the ability to read engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Familiarity with quality testing machines and systems

Excellent mathematical skills and technical skills

Thorough knowledge of quality control standards and testing methodologies.

Skills

Good problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and propose effective solutions when defects or quality issues are identified.

Good Technical skills with a strong knowledge of inspection equipment / gauges.

Strong communication skills to ensure clear and effective communication whilst documenting findings and reporting issues.

Strong organizational skills to ensure good management of multiple inspections and the maintenance of detailed records. Accompanied by great prioritisation skills to keep track of various quality control activities.

Hours are Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm with some flexibility, competitive salary of c£30k, Bupa Healthcare, contribution pension and free parking on site.

This is not a hybrid role and is based in Oxfordshire and due to the location you need to drive.

A mechanical manufacturing firm in Oxfordshire is looking for a Production Quality Engineer with technical knowledge in production, mechanical products and quality assurance experience along with experience working with SAP and 8D.

Responsible For:

Management of all quality-related issues within the manufacturing team

(e.g., internal and customer warranty)

Identification of the root cause of production quality issues and the implementation of permanent corrective actions, preventing the compromise of quality standards; driving continuous improvement.

General Description:

To provide effective quality control from goods inwards inspection throughout production process by ensuring that the capture, reporting and resolution of all quality related non-conformities is undertaken in an efficient and timely manner.

Maintaining and updating the company Quality Assurance database (NCR) with the overall target objective of reducing both internal and external non-conformities.

Liaising with the supplier quality engineer and other stakeholders to communicate quality defects affecting production, with timely resolution. Providing QA data to support implementation of corrective actions with the support of the manufacturing engineering team.

Skills and Attributes

Self-motivated with excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to work independently and as well as part of a team to achieve targets. You will have a keen eye for detail which will enable you identify potential quality related issues. Strong leadership qualities with perhaps aspirations for management. Working closely with Purchasing, Production and Technical depts, you will apply a systematic approach to clearly communicate quality information and work with manufacturing engineers to resolve quality related issues.

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant manufacturing/engineering /science degree preferred, or ONC, A Levels, BTec.
• Minimum of four years previous experience in similar QA role within a fast-moving production environment.
• Strong technical knowledge in the marine, aerospace and or automotive industry (preferable but not restricted to). Strong ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Strong experience of product inspection advantageous.
• Internal auditing experience plus qualification.
• Membership of professional body would be advantageous.
• Professional qualifications would advantageous.
• Computer literate in MS Office and Adobe software as well as SAP.
• Experience using SAP is advantageous.
• Experience with QMS procedures and good understanding and experience of robust QA procedures.
• Problem solving skills such as 8D.
• Strong knowledge and application of FAIR, PPAP & FMEA.
• Knowledge of AS9100 (preferable but not restricted to), minimum knowledge of ISO 9001.
• Understanding of ISO14001 and Health and Safety practices
• Strong process mapping experience and writing of work instructions.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Strong Planning and prioritising skills with methodical approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to present data effectively, with excellent analytical skills.
• Strong Problem-solving and team working skills.
• Understanding of cost and financial impacts

Hours are Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm with some flexibility, competitive salary of c£43k, Bupa Healthcare, contribution pension and free parking on site.

This is not a hybrid role and is based in Oxfordshire and due to the location you need to drive.

Stores & Stock Control Assistant

A leading specialist equipment manufacturer require an experienced Stock Controller/Stores Person for their production facility. The primary focus for the role is to ensure a high level of inventory control both internally and throughout the company supply chain, to provide constant flow of components to manufacturing and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Entering details of all goods received onto the ERP system ensuring the items received match the purchase order, identifying and reporting discrepancies.
• Control of all stock parts from time of receipt through to distribution to stock, kits and works orders.
• Ensuring that all parts are adequately labelled, located, part numbered and logged.
• Picking kits of parts for manufacturing technicians
• Issue stock using ERP software.
• Perform stock checks as necessary to ensure stock counts match the ERP system.
• Packing parcels for despatch and ensuring shipping documentation is raised.
• Manual and mechanical handling of goods.
• General stores housekeeping and ensure the stores area is clean & tidy.
• Manual and mechanical handling of goods including forklift work as required.

Skills & Experience:

• Previous Stock Control and Stores/Warehouse experience
• MS office including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Experience of ERP systems would be an advantage.
• High level of accuracy.
• Able to communicate and liaise effectively with people of all levels.
• Good English Language and Maths skills.
• A current counterbalance forklift truck licence would be an advantage but not essential

Interested - Please call Graeme at Vibe Recruit on 07971 309403 or apply online immediately!

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role

A manufacturing company near Oxford are looking for a Production Quality Engineer to provide effective quality control from goods inwards inspection through to the final inspection stage by ensuring that the capture, reporting and resolution of all quality related non-conformities is undertaken in an efficient and timely manner.
Maintaining and updating the company Quality Assurance database (NCR) with the overall target objective of reducing both internal and external non-conformities. Liaising with the supplier quality engineer and other stakeholders to communicate quality defects affecting production, with timely resolution. Providing QA data to support implementation of corrective actions with the support of the manufacturing engineering team.

Main Duties:

• Facilitate a culture of RFT throughout production by facilitating daily MRB meetings, managing the internal issues raised, promoting process compliance, conducting RCA and implementing corrective actions.
• Develop and run a strategic Goods Inwards QA inspection process to ensure incoming materials meet required drawings and specifications, whilst ensuring continuity of supply to production.
• Recording of all NCR's (Non-conformities) and development of associated reporting structure to enable QA related issues to be clearly identified, tracked, and resolved in a timely manner.
• Clear communication of all QA related issues, both internally and externally, with the objective of gaining a swift resolution to non-conformities and develop broader product knowledge through use of RCA and other similar techniques.
• Review and develop task specific work instructions in conjunction with Product development and Production support. Conduct periodic reviews of shop floor work instructions to ensure they are kept up to date.
• Supporting the Purchasing Team / Supplier quality engineer to review supplier metrics with the target of improving supplier performance/ parts delivery into factory.
• Feedback of quality data to production teams by means of regular meetings to include team leaders and supervisors, highlighting areas for improvement.
• Provide information for quarterly reports on QA performance.

Uphold Company HSE standards and involvement in on-site H&S audits.
Ability to travel and visit suppliers and conduct both internal and external QA audits as required.
Support in Final Inspection and moulding inspection as required.
Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant business/commercial or manufacturing/engineering degree preferred, or ONC, A Levels, BTEC Diploma Level 4 or equivalent NVQ. Level 4 qualification
• Minimum of five years previous experience in similar QA role within a fast-moving production environment.
• Membership of professional body would be advantageous.
• Professional qualifications would be an advantage.
• A good standard of general education. Computer literate in MS Office and Adobe software as well as SAP.
• Experience with QMS procedures.
• Able to read engineering drawings.
• Problem solving skills such as 6S or 8D.
• Understanding and experience of robust QA procedures
• Strong knowledge and application of FAIR, PPAP & FMEA.
• Knowledge of ISO9000
• Understanding of ISO14001 and Health and Safety practices
• Understanding of engineering drawings and manufacturing processes
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Strong Planning and prioritising skills with methodical approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to present data effectively.
• Strong Problem-solving skills.
• Excellent team working skills.
• Excellent analytical skills
• Understanding of cost and financial impacts

Monday to Friday, 7.30am - 4.00pm, salary offered is £35k - £43k depending on experience with full training given. 23 days holiday, a yearly bonus, private healthcare, pension and free parking. Due to the location, you must have your own transport.

General Administrative Duties Oversee the validation of RTT patient pathways with both the surgical and medical modalities, to support delivery of waiting time compliance. Ensure relevant SOPs and processes are developed within the Data Quality team, to support reliability and access of data across the directorate. Plan and organise your workload to ensure deadlines and objectives are met. Deal with correspondence (e-mails, letters, phone calls) as required by the service, taking action or drafting brief responses when appropriate. Demonstrate good attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate data sets and reports as required. Act as a primary point of contact within the directorate in relation to RTT performance issues, liaising and escalating to the Service Manager where appropriate for support. Be responsible for providing and receiving both complex and sensitive information in collaboration with a number of internal and external parties at all levels, as required within the service Support the Data Quality team at Unipart House in ensuring consistent and robust administrative cover across both the service Data and Performance Management Take a lead role in data quality management of the service, including EPR worklists, RTT pathway validation and lost-to-follow-up Manage access control and security of the IT systems within ophthalmology, in collaboration with other Team Leaders in the service. Regularly export and review the long-waiting patient pathways within the service, to ensure we are tracking the priority patients, to be compliant with waiting-time targets as defined by NHSE. Optimise the coordination of all data management and processing activities and to provide updates and training to the team where necessary. Produce data summaries and custom data exports at the request of the leads, using ORBIT+ where appropriate Ensure compliance with Data Protection Act across the team and act as a role model in relation to this Contribute to the development and update of databases and maintain filing systems, to manage the storage and access of data. Ensure that data is available and up to date for any meetings related to the Failsafe team and attend related meetings to convey the relevant information To support and facilitate audits where appropriate, liaising with clinical and administrative staff to ensure the availability of reliable data To act as a central support resource in relation to data across the service To be responsible for proposing and implementing changes to practice and processes within this area, contributing towards ongoing service development and potential efficiencies Human Resources Provide line management and supervision for the RTT Validation and Failsafe Officers based at Unipart House Work with the Directorate Management Team to manage the recruitment and selection processes, and the training, of administrative staff across the Directorate. Maintain a good working knowledge of Trust HR policies including, but not limited to, performance management, sickness absence management and disciplinary procedures. Identify and act upon concerns in line with the above policies, working closely with the divisional HR team. Ensure that day to day administration cover is in place to support the departments; this will include the effective monitoring and management of annual leave and sickness to ensure appropriate levels of cover are maintained. Undertake annual appraisals, setting objectives and taking responsibility for ongoing review and compliance with these. Ensure compliance with statutory and mandatory training across the administrative team. Act as an inspirational role model to the team, demonstrating the Trust values at all times. General Report incidents using the Trust Incident reporting system and support the investigation, review and learning from incidents. Investigate and co-ordinate responses to informal and formal patient complaints. Ensure that patient experience and quality of care is considered at all times. Using the e-procurement programme, be responsible for ordering, delivery and returning of any items, ensuring that invoices are process in line with Trust policy. Source and order specialist equipment as needed for the team

Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details and information regarding this role SCW is committed to our process of redeployment of at-risk members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.

Quality Engineer

If you are seeking long term contract work in Automotive Manufacturing and are an experienced Quality Engineer, we have an immediate start available now!

The right candidate will demonstrate experience in working with OEM's and have experience in working with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, and suppliers.

You will need to bring your manufacturing process knowledge and leadership skills to efficiently manage suppliers and achieve product process maturity, capability, and ongoing efficiency improvements.

Duties include but are not limited to

• As part of a multi-disciplined team, you will be responsible for identifying, evaluation and nominating new suppliers, steering supplier launch and quality departments to develop and manage the pre-serial activities in line with the companies group project milestones.
• You will be responsible for the approval of parts quality prior to launch and in serial production.
• To manage critical supplier concerns, ensuring the supplier is adhering to the standards and targets set by the company.
• Responsible for problems associated with your supplier scope and conducting root cause analysis to determine long and short-term solutions in a timely manner and escalating issues as appropriate.

Skills and experience required.

• Apprenticeship and/or Degree (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline would be beneficial.
• A strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production quality control methods and systems, quality management systems, tools, and processes.
• OEM Experience or similar
• Language skills would be an advantage to support international supplier contacts.
• An Ability to take ownership of problems and find solutions, with the confidence to make and enforce decisions within pressurised situations.

Interested, please contact Graeme at Vibe Recruit on 07971 309403 or apply online immediately!

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Quality Engineer

If you are seeking long term contract work in Automotive Manufacturing and are an experienced Quality Engineer, we have an immediate start available now!

The right candidate will demonstrate experience in working with OEM's and have experience in working with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, and suppliers.

You will need to bring your manufacturing process knowledge and leadership skills to efficiently manage suppliers and achieve product process maturity, capability, and ongoing efficiency improvements.

Duties include but are not limited to

• As part of a multi-disciplined team, you will be responsible for identifying, evaluation and nominating new suppliers, steering supplier launch and quality departments to develop and manage the pre-serial activities in line with the companies group project milestones.
• You will be responsible for the approval of parts quality prior to launch and in serial production.
• To manage critical supplier concerns, ensuring the supplier is adhering to the standards and targets set by the company.
• Responsible for problems associated with your supplier scope and conducting root cause analysis to determine long and short-term solutions in a timely manner and escalating issues as appropriate.

Skills and experience required.

• Apprenticeship and/or Degree (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline would be beneficial.
• A strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production quality control methods and systems, quality management systems, tools, and processes.
• OEM Experience or similar
• Language skills would be an advantage to support international supplier contacts.
• An Ability to take ownership of problems and find solutions, with the confidence to make and enforce decisions within pressurised situations.

Interested, please contact Graeme at Vibe Recruit on 07971 309403 or apply online immediately!

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.