Total 63 Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in Kent, TN29 9PP

Job Title: Quality Inspector / Quality Audit Inspector

I am looking for someone who is detail-orientated and passionate about quality, to ensure that all products meet the highest standards and customer specifications.

Salary: £27,500 per annum

Shift Patterns:

• Monday - Thursday, 8AM - 4:45PM
• Friday, 8AM - 12PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure ISO 9001 compliance and accreditation.
• Conduct product tests and quality control checks.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues.
• Perform internal audits and document quality assessments.
• Work with technical drawings, including welding symbols and geometric tolerances.

Skills and Requirements:

• Teamwork and leadership
• Attention to detail and problem-solving
• Experience in QC, QA, and Quality Engineering
• Proficiency with MS Officer and Epicor
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering and manufacturing
• Strong communication and IT skills

Why Join?

• Be part of a quality-focused, innovative team.
• Enjoy opportunities for growth and development.
• Contribute to maintaining high standards and customer satisfaction.

If you're ready to make a difference and drive quality forward, Apply Now by following the link or simply send a direct email of your CV to the email provided below.

CVs in Word Format to: z.rawlinson@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk
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Quality Technician

Location: Sandwich

Department: Quality Assurance

Job Type: Full-time - Permanent

Salary: Competitive (DOE)

Hours: Week 1: Monday to Thursday 08:00 - 16:45, Friday off
Week 2: Monday to Thursday 08:00 - 16:45, Friday 08:00 - 16:30

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Quality Technician to join a Quality Assurance team for our well-established client who is commitment to excellence & a leading manufacturer in based in Sandwich, Kent.

As a quality technician you will be responsible for testing materials, components or finished products to ensure they conform to applicable standards & procedures. You will assist and support the inspection team and quality engineers through the assembly, inspection and testing across three stages of manufacturing (before, in-process and final)

Other areas of focus for the role include calibration of measuring equipment, supporting the first article Inspection process,

Due to the nature of the work all candidates must be eligible to obtain security clearance.

Main duties & responsibilities:

Investigate quality issues and identify route causes as well as contributing to the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

Conduct product and process auditing.

Support quality control activities such as part inspection, fault identification and stock sorting.

Support the introduction of new products into organisation including NPI gate reviews and associated quality team actions.

Support the introduction, management and release of NPI stock including rejected items.

Facilitate Continuous improvement (CI), New product introduction (NPI) and Engineering Change Request (ECR) Activities.

Monitor calibration system & ensure equipment is continually calibrated to schedule.

Support supplier quality engineers during busy periods or times of absence.

Qualifications and Skills:

NVQ/HNC/HND in engineering discipline or equivalent work experience

ISO 9001 or AS9100 Internal auditor

Minimum of 3 years of experience in quality inspection.

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and use required equipment to confirm inaccuracies.

Ability to self-inspect parts using manual measuring equipment, mircometers, verniers, calipers, gauges etc

Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address quality issues in a timely manner.

Valid driving license.

Familiarity with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Positive attitude and a strong focus on teamwork.

Our client offers competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a dedicated Quality Technican with a passion for ensuring product quality and process efficiency, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for Service and Quality Manager to manage the new product introductions into the portfolio, ensuring that they meet the UK standards.

The role will also involve leading a small team of technicians to deliver a high quality repair & testing service on all products whilst enhancing productivity, monitoring compliance & standards and keeping quality control processes up to date.

With an electrical and electronic bias, you will have a strong background in compliance and quality control. Demonstrated management experience, with the ability to lead and motivate a team, with a focus of identifying and improving processes. Awareness of electronic safety standards and regulations, coupled with the attention to detail, technical analysis, data handling and reporting.

The person:

• Design, implement and manage repair and service processes.
• Experience in analysing data and inventory control on exchequer
• Proven team management experience
• Communication and collaboration skills at all levels.
• Ongoing awareness of regulations of business obligations
• Continuous learning, development and improvement attitude.
• Analytically minded with the attention to detail
• Ability to identify and report potential issues to Senior Management
• Practical approach to resolving any technical problems

Benefits:

• Very competitive salary plus bonus depending on experience discussed on application
• Monday - Friday days

If you are interested and looking for that new challenge, please email Mandy Potton.

Email: m.potton@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk or call for a confidential discussion on 01304 806902.
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Our client based in Kent are currently recruiting for a Compliance Manager to join their team as soon as possible.

This is a full time, hybrid, temporary role based in the housing sector offering £35 - £40 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35.

The purpose of the role is to provide line management to the team of compliance managers for full compliance across the housing stock.

Responsibilities:

• Line management of the Compliance team and co-ordination of activity, ensuring resilience and development in the team skills.
• Manage all the major and minor compliance's.

1. Fire
2. Gas
3. Electrical
4. Water safety
5. Lifts
6. Asbestos

• Ensure that all building meet current compliance standards and that all buildings are safe for use.
• Ensure that the authority's databases are kept up to date that all statutory documents are current and legally valid.
• Implementation of the cyclical testing servicing maintenance programmes and provision of statutory documentation.
• Lead on procurement of contracts to deliver compliance testing and servicing and carrying out specialist testing.

Requirements:

• HNC or HND in Building Studies and/or significant relevant experience.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• High level of experience and training in compliance matters .
• BOHS P405 qualification in Asbestos management.
• Nebosh Level 6 qualification in Fire Safety in Construction
• Training on ACOP L8 and HSG274.
• Gas safety training sound understanding of the gas safety regulations
• Sound knowledge of CDM and requirements of Client and Principal Designer roles.
• M&E systems training understand complex heating and electrical systems.
• Relevant training in passenger lifts, stair lifts and hoists and LOLER regulations.

If interested please feel free to get in touch on 01772 208967 or via email at james.glover@servicecare.org.uk

Quality Control Inspector needed in Hythe!

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Temp to Perm contact with a great company as a Quality Control Inspector and joining on an immediate basis.

This role offers great hours of 08:00 - 17:00 Monday to Thursday with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break and 10 minute paid break and 08:00 - 13:00 on a Friday, totalling to 41 hours per week.

As Quality Control Inspector you will be responsible for ensuring products are manufactured to the correct quality standards and correct to customer specifications. This role will involve moving around 3 quality areas to build up knowledge of QC procedures throughout the company.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated and flexible. Previous experience reading engineering drawings and use of measuring equipment would be an advantage.

Hourly rate: £12.28 p/hour and rising to £13/02 p/hour after successful completion of probation.

Benefits of joining our NAG Temp Team:

• Weekly pay on a Friday - smooth payment process
• Access to pension scheme after 12-weeks
• Working with committed and highly experienced recruitment consultants

For any further information please contact New Appointments Group on 01304 227722.

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Hiring for a Quality Assurance Technician looking for an exciting opportunity in the Medway Towns. This company offers great benefits, values career progression, and provides a supportive work environment!

I am seeking a dedicated QA Technician to join the night shift team, working Monday to Friday from 10pm till 6am, with a 1/2 hour unpaid break. As an added benefit, my client offer a night shift allowance. If you have previous QA or food handling experience in a food manufacturing environment, an understanding of HACCP, and an intermediate certificate in food hygiene, we want to hear from you.

As a QA Technician, your key responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing the manufacturing process, plant hygiene, GMP, and conducting internal audits.
• Inspecting raw materials and packaging deliveries to ensure quality standards.
• Performing daily GMP audits of the warehouse, factory exterior, and office block areas.
• Conducting regular checks on packing lines to ensure products meet specifications.
• Verifying the functionality of equipment like weight checkers and metal detectors.
• Ensuring date coding and labelling of finished goods are accurate and meet customer requirements.
• Conducting traceable raw materials and packaging quality and developing technical reviews of supplies.
• Continuously checking quality procedures, such as metal detection, weight checks, product seals, bar code verification, and more.
• Taking immediate corrective actions for any deviations from specifications and recording all tests in the Quality Finished Product and Check Weigh Forms.

Enjoy benefits like a night shift allowance, health cash plan, free car parking, Life Assurance, and a Company Pension Scheme.

To apply, simply follow the link attached or email and updated copy of your CV to the email attached below.

CVs in Word Format to: z.rawlinson@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk
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Hiring for a Quality Assurance Technician looking for an exciting opportunity in the Medway Towns. This company offers great benefits, values career progression, and provides a supportive work environment!

I am seeking a dedicated QA Technician to join the night shift team, working 4 on 4 off schedule from 6am till 6pm, with a 1.5-hour unpaid break. If you have previous QA or food handling experience in a food manufacturing environment, an understanding of HACCP, and an intermediate certificate in food hygiene, we want to hear from you.

As a QA Technician, your key responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing the manufacturing process, plant hygiene, GMP, and conducting internal audits.
• Inspecting raw materials and packaging deliveries to ensure quality standards.
• Performing daily GMP audits of the warehouse, factory exterior, and office block areas.
• Conducting regular checks on packing lines to ensure products meet specifications.
• Verifying the functionality of equipment like weight checkers and metal detectors.
• Ensuring date coding and labelling of finished goods are accurate and meet customer requirements.
• Conducting traceable raw materials and packaging quality and developing technical reviews of supplies.
• Continuously checking quality procedures, such as metal detection, weight checks, product seals, bar code verification, and more.
• Taking immediate corrective actions for any deviations from specifications and recording all tests in the Quality Finished Product and Check Weigh Forms.

Enjoy benefits like a health cash plan, free car parking, Life Assurance, and a Company Pension Scheme.

To apply, simply follow the link attached or email and updated copy of your CV to the email attached below.

CVs in Word Format to: z.rawlinson@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk
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Hiring for a Quality Assurance Technician looking for an exciting opportunity in the Medway Towns. This company offers great benefits, values career progression, and provides a supportive work environment!

I am seeking a dedicated QA Technician to join the night shift team, working 4 on 4 off schedule from 6pm till 6am, with a 1.5-hour unpaid break. If you have previous QA or food handling experience in a food manufacturing environment, an understanding of HACCP, and an intermediate certificate in food hygiene, we want to hear from you.

As a QA Technician, your key responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing the manufacturing process, plant hygiene, GMP, and conducting internal audits.
• Inspecting raw materials and packaging deliveries to ensure quality standards.
• Performing daily GMP audits of the warehouse, factory exterior, and office block areas.
• Conducting regular checks on packing lines to ensure products meet specifications.
• Verifying the functionality of equipment like weight checkers and metal detectors.
• Ensuring date coding and labelling of finished goods are accurate and meet customer requirements.
• Conducting traceable raw materials and packaging quality and developing technical reviews of supplies.
• Continuously checking quality procedures, such as metal detection, weight checks, product seals, bar code verification, and more.
• Taking immediate corrective actions for any deviations from specifications and recording all tests in the Quality Finished Product and Check Weigh Forms.

Enjoy benefits like a health cash plan, free car parking, Life Assurance, and a Company Pension Scheme.

To apply, simply follow the link attached or email and updated copy of your CV to the email attached below.

CVs in Word Format to: z.rawlinson@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk
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What skills and experience we're looking for



Job Purpose

The Duke of York's Royal Military School is seeking a full time meticulous and dedicated individual to join our team as Health and Safety, Data Protection and Compliance Officer to take responsibility for the compliance of all aspects of health and safety, data protection and policy as required by the School’s various regulatory bodies. The Health and Safety, Data Protection and Compliance Officer will be responsible for developing a tight framework and strong culture of compliance and awareness as well as contributing towards policy improvements and development in a dynamic and continually improving School.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and update comprehensive policies to ensure compliance with legislation and best practices.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate identified hazards.
• Design and deliver training programs to ensure staff and student awareness and compliance.
• Lead investigations into incidents and complaints, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor adherence to regulations through regular audits and inspections.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans and procedures.
• Foster a positive safety culture and encourage the reporting of concerns.
• Act as the primary contact for regulatory agencies and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of activities and ensure data protection compliance.
• Develop and oversee processes for handling appeals, complaints, and grievances.



What the school offers its staff

About Us
The Duke of York's Royal Military School is a prestigious institution with a long-standing tradition of excellence in education and personal development. We are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and dynamic learning environment for our students, staff, and visitors. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dedicated Health and Safety, Data Protection, and Compliance Officer to join our team and ensure our operations meet the highest standards of safety, security, and regulatory compliance.

Salary and Benefits

• Starting from between £38,632 and £49,112 rising to £52,556 through performance management.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), a defined benefit scheme with employee contributions linked to starting salary of 6.5% and employer contributions of 22.5%.
• Death in service benefit of three times salary (provided as part of LGPS participation).
• A professional, hardworking and supportive environment and team.
• Free parking on-site.
• Cycle-to-Work salary sacrifice scheme.
• Free lunch in the School dining hall during term-time.
• Use of fantastic, free, on-site facilities such as our gym and swimming pool.
• Possibility of relocation to the School, along with accommodation at a subsidised rate (subject to availability and need).

Further details about the role

The Duke of York's Royal Military School is seeking a meticulous and dedicated individual to join our team as Health and Safety, Data Protection and Compliance Officer to take responsibility for the compliance of all aspects of health and safety, data protection and policy as required by the School’s various regulatory bodies. The Health and Safety, Data Protection and Compliance Officer will be responsible for developing a tight framework and strong culture of compliance and awareness as well as contributing towards policy improvements and development in a dynamic and continually improving School.

Commitment to safeguarding

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that all posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore all posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that we are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education Legislation.

We’re looking for an Interim Head of Compliance in AXA Global Healthcare, to help lead our compliance function, ensuring that our operations adhere to regulatory requirements and internal policies. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic leader to drive a culture of Compliance and Integrity within a global organisation.
At AXA we work smart, empowering our people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team and our customers. You'll work at least 40% of your week away from home, at one of our selected office locations, visiting clients or attending industry events.
What you’ll be doing:

Undertake a deep and thorough review across the key dimensions of regulatory compliance for AGH and implement appropriate rectifications.
Lead the relationship between AGH UK and the Financial Conduct Authority.
Guide the Implement AXA France and AXA Group Compliance and Regulatory initiatives, policy and processes in relation to the business.
Be a member of the Risk and Audit Committee and AGH Senior Leadership Team.
Provide support to the wider Risk and Compliance function providing advice on general regulatory compliance, financial crime and governance matters.

Due to the number of applications we expect to receive for this role, we reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the listed closing date to ensure we’re able to effectively manage interest. Therefore, if you’re interested in joining us at AXA, please don’t hesitate to apply.

Transport Compliance & Planning Officer

Our client, who is situated between Ashford and Canterbury, is looking for a Transport Compliance & Planning Officer to predominantly focus on legal compliance of the Drivers and vehicles. Salary is £30-34,000 per annum, dependent upon experience, and benefits include 21 days holiday (rising to a maximum of 26 days) plus bank holidays, as well as Medicash, pension, company discounts and more. You must be able to drive and have your own vehicle, as the site is not accessible via public transport. Hours are 9am to 530pm Monday to Friday, with no shifts or weekend work.

Duties include:

• Managing Drivers' hours and O-Licence requirements
• Ensure legal compliance of the fleet, including servicing and mileage reports
• Ensure maintenance and repairs of the fleet are up to date
• Ensure loads are safely secured, and undertake H&S duties as required
• Support with the implementation of transport strategies, KPIs and FORs compliance requirements
• Ensuring all operational and procedural guidelines for IT/business systems are followed to protect data integrity
• Ensure company and statutory H&S requirements are met and maintained
• Other tasks include assisting with the day to day running of the department: planning loads and collections; clearing deliveries; invoicing of loads; reviewing orders etc

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong transport compliance knowledge and experience
• Good understanding of Vision is essential
• Experience of Driver compliance, tacho data and working hours regulations
• Experience of dealing with and understanding Operator's Licence requirements
• Knowledge of transport planning and route scheduling, and fleet and transport environments
• Be IT literate, including Microsoft Office
• A CPC qualification or FORS Practitioner certification is desirable
• Excellent communication and analytical skills, and able to multitask and prioritise your workload
• Management experience in penalty charge notices and an understanding of cost-saving is desirable

Plain CVs in Word are preferred

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Join a Leading UK Medical Device Manufacturer as a compliance officer.

We're seeking a meticulous and detail-orientated Compliance Officer to join a dynamic team. If you have a passion for quality assurance and regulatory affairs, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact on our clients Quality Management System.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee all Quality Assurance production and packing related documentation, including scanning, filling, collating, and controlling documents essential for product release.

2. Assess packing materials and review competed packing records daily to ensure they meet high standards set.

3. Maintain a robust document control system under the guidance of the Quality Assurance / Regulatory Affairs Manager (QARAM).

4. Ensure both physical and electronic filing systems are organised and up to date to support the QA and QC teams effectively.

5. Scan and archive important records such as batch history files, test results, and quality agreements.

6. Assist in the creation and distribution of various quality, distributor, and supplier agreements.

7. Type up minutes for complaints meetings and regular quality meetings to ensure accurate record keeping.

8. Input data into MS SharePoint with precision and efficiency.

9. Support the paper trail element of complaint investigations to help maintain high standards.

10. Ensure all Quality Management documents are accurately filed both physically and electronically.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Minimum of 6 GCSE's
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Methodical and accurate approach
• Strong communication skills

Experience:

• Proficiency in general computer skills, including data entry and trending results.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel for document formatting and spreadsheet management

Additional Information:

• Training provided for the right candidate
• Salary dependant on experience
• Annual leave 25 days + All UK Bank Holidays
• Opportunities for discretionary company bonus

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We have an excellent opportunity to work for an established family run Manufacturing company based in the Hythe area for an experienced Quality Control Inspector.

This will be an active role on the shop floor, ensuring that the manufactured products are produced to the correct quality standards and meet the customer specifications. The role will require you to move around the three quality areas within the business building up all round knowledge of the QC procedures for the company.

You must have experience of working in a quality environment and have the ability to read Engineering drawings.

This is initially a temporary role with the opportunity to become permanent.

The hours of work are 8.00am - 5.00pm Monday to Thursday and 8.00am - 1.00pm Fridays.

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Quality Engineer

In this role, you will monitor, plan, and improve business processes to enhance production output and product quality. You will introduce new processes and procedures, set quality standards, drive continuous improvements, and resolve problems. Additionally, you will collaborate with the team to implement lean methodologies, optimizing processes, equipment, and performance. Other responsibilities include creating acceptance test procedures, inspecting materials and products, developing quality control systems, maintaining the calibration system, conducting internal audits, and determining corrective actions.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Monitor production processes and identify potential problems and malfunctions.
• Participate in the validation of manufacturing and engineering processes, including on-the-job training.
• Resolve quality issues through the structured application of problem-solving and root cause analysis techniques.
• Complete First Inspection Reports
• Monitor the calibration system and ensure equipment is continually calibrated to schedule.
• Support prototype, sample, and controlled product change builds through pre-production and production cells.
• Complete internal product and system audits and perform any necessary duties as an internal auditor.
• Support the supplier quality engineer or inspection during busy periods or times of absence.

Qualifications:

• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline.

Experience:

The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, and QA. Can use problem-solving techniques and effective at presenting data and identifying problem areas through analysis. They can interpret engineering drawings and use required equipment to confirm inaccuracies is essential. Experience working with cross-functional teams is necessary, and experience in manufacturing in a high-value, low-volume setting is desirable.

Knowledge:

Essential knowledge includes the ability to read and understand technical drawings and complete FAIRs. A solid understanding of ISO standards, such as 9001 and/or AS9100, is required. Desirable knowledge includes an understanding of ISO 14001, 27001, and AS9100 standards, as well as lean principles. The ability to use a CMM (Coordinate-measuring machine) is also desirable.

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Quality Assistant - Global Consumer Company

Contract: 6-Month Contract

Location: Northfleet Mill, Gravesend, UK

Salary: £11.70 per hour

SRG are working with a Global Consumer company to help them find a Quality Assistant to join their busy team.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• To collect and test for statistical evaluation, base sheet and finished product samples, for compliance to the ANDREX finished product specification.
• To validate correlation of Lab test equipment & satellite lab test equipment.
• To provide the Mill quality analyst with 'up to the minute' information relating to quality testing issues To provide ad hoc testing to support shift, day work, and product development teams.
• Assist with Continual Improvement of the Quality Management System Administration of Quality Management system relating to testing.
• Administration of test equipment conformance, and certificates of schedules of calibration
• To help develop a Quality culture within mill teams by providing a standard of excellence in quality related issues.

Candidate Requirements:

• Computer literate & numerate.
• Capable administrator.
• Able to communicate effectively.
• Flexible and able to manage varying workloads.
• Attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn new thing.
• Experience of testing in Laboratory conditions desirable

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.