Total 29 Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in Newport Pagnell, MK16 0AH

Job Title: Quality Inspector
Location: Newport
Salary: £25,000-£27,000 per annum dependent on experience.

Hours: Full time. The role is 37 hours per week.
Mon-Thur 08:00 - 16:45
Fri 08:00-12.00

Here at The Recruitment Co, we are currently recruiting a Quality Inspector to work for a company based in Newport on a full time, permanent contract.

General Purpose of Role:
The Quality Inspector will ensure that materials, components and products meet the specifications set by the business and our customers.
The ideal candidate will possess a keen eye for detail, knowledge of
quality control, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.

Main Job Roles:

• Conduct regular quality inspections and tests upon request on raw materials, in-process goods, and finished products to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Use and maintain precision measuring instruments (e.g., callipers, micrometres, gauges)
• Identify deviations, raise and process non-conformance reports and complaints including investigating and processing corrective and improvement actions.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate records: Produce and maintain accurate and up-to-date records, such as inspection reports, test results, and non-conformance reports.
• Collect data to identify trends or patterns in product quality.
• Ensure all products meet company and industry quality standards.
• Liaise with other departments when needed.
• Follow all safety and environment guidelines and maintain a clean, organised work environment
• Product preservation (apply coatings, and other preservation measures)
• Apply product identification and applicable plates, such as CE Mark, etc.
• Processing quality documentation.
• The position may require standing, walking, and occasional lifting.
• Main work environment is a manufacturing shop floor, and it may include exposure to noise and

Required Experience

• Proficiency with measurement tools (callipers, micrometres, gauges, etc.) and basic mathematical calculations.
• Computer skills for data entry and reporting (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects and deviations from specifications
• Good understanding of quality control methods, principles and practices.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Computer skills for data entry and reporting (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, etc.).
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), or similar quality certifications.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and other technical specifications for verifying product compliance.

Desirable Experience

• Internal Auditor ISO 9001.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001.
• Knowledge of EN 10204:2004 Material certification.
• Knowledge of the concepts of valve assembly and testing.

If you are interested in this role then please apply now!

CPNewport

• You will assure the quality and reliability of material and equipment by performing inspection duties associated with planning/monitoring and inspecting material.

• You will plan, schedule and execute all elements of the mandated Contract Administration Quality Assurance Program (CAQAP).
• You will ensure organizations strategic plan, mission, vision and values are communicated to the team and integrated into the teams strategies, goals, objectives, work plans and work products and services.
• You will lead team in identifying, distributing and balancing workload and tasks among employees in accordance with established work flow, skill level and occupational specialization.
• You will train or arrange for the training of team members in methods and techniques of team building and working in teams to accomplish tasks or projects.
• You will plan for new or modified contracts including coordination of resource needs with the appropriate Program Coordinator for the assembly and coordination of a contract review team.
• You will review the results received from in process inspections and statistical techniques that were used for evaluations.
• You will ensure that designated document reviews are completed by the QAS, identifying the necessary resources for conducting the actual review itself, for coordination of the timeframes.
• You will maintain a current quality profile and will be obtained by conducting on-site audits and surveillance (on ship and with production shops of installation, fabrication and testing activities.
• You will prepare detailed reports summarizing factual data, discussing methods used; problems analyzed and states conclusions and recommendations.

• You will conduct on-site audits and surveillance (on ship and within production shops and at off-site vendors) of installation, fabrication and testing activities.
• You will communicate regularly with ships force personnel and Contractor quality assurance/production personnel concerning process/product quality.
• You will consult with SUPSHIP project office personnel and Contractor construction supervisors on quality related matters.
• You will be assigned individual and team responsibilities for complex investigations of quality-related problems within assigned functional area(s).
• You will conduct studies, evaluations and analyses of information to determine possible cause and resolutions of quality problems.
• You will prepare detailed reports summarizing factual data, discussing methods used, problems analyzed and state conclusions and recommendations.
• You will attend routine and special meetings for ship key events and other meetings such as critiques, fact-findings or quality problem resolution meetings.
• You will analyze quality data obtained from audits, surveillance, procedure evaluations, quality meetings and communications from outside sources for assigned functional area(s) to determine a quality profile.
• You will recommend to the Team Leader and/or Division Head the type of QA audit or surveillance needed within assigned functional area(s) to support key QA program elements.
• You will conduct evaluations of the Contractor’s quality procedures and installed/fabricated hardware.

• You will plan, schedule, and execute of all elements of the NAVSEA mandated Contract Quality Assurance Program (CQAP) with respect to the assigned QA Program functional area.
• You will ensure that the organization's strategic plan, mission, vision and values are communicated to the team and integrated into the team's strategies, goals, objectives, work plans and work products and services.
• You will lead the team in identifying, distributing and balancing workload and tasks among employees in accordance with work flow, skill level and/or occupational specialization, making adjustments in accordance with established priorities.
• You will train or arrange for the training of team members in methods and techniques of team building and work in teams to accomplish tasks or projects, and provide or arrange for specific administrative or technical training necessary.
• You will monitor and report on the status and progress of work, checking on work in progress and reviewing completed work to see that the supervisor's instructions on work priorities, methods, deadlines and quality have been met.
• You will prepare reports and maintain records of work accomplishments and administrative information, as required, and coordinate the preparation, presentation and communication of work-related information to the supervisor.
• You will represent the team consensus and convey the team's findings and recommendations in meetings and dealings with other team leaders, program officials, the public and other customers.
• You will plan, develop, organize, administer, evaluate, coordinate and implement a comprehensive Contract Quality Assurance Program designed to ensure that the Contractor meets its responsibilities for product and process quality.
• You will plan for new or modified contracts including coordination of resource needs with the appropriate Program Coordinator for the assembly and coordination of a contract review team.
• You will review the results received from in-process inspections and statistical techniques that were used for evaluations, approving corrective action based on the recommendations of the assigned Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS).
• You will review the recommendation/evaluations/status received from the assigned QAS in order to determine the need for a particular audit.
• You will review the current quality profiles that cover the assigned functional area.
• You will ensure that designated document reviews are completed by the QAS, identifying necessary resources, coordinating timeframes and review activities and document the findings and recommendations for documentation changes.
• You will ensure that designated procedure evaluation reviews are completed by the OAS, identifying necessary resources, coordinating timeframes and review activities and document the findings and recommendations for documentation changes.
• You will identify corrective actions that need to be taken as a result of document reviews, evaluation, surveillance and audits, and for coordinating the implementation of same.
• You will conduct complex investigations of quality-related problems within assigned functional area(s), preparing detailed reports summarizing factual data, discussing methods used, and problems analyzed, stating conclusions and recommendations.
• You will conduct on-site audits and surveillance (on ship and within production shops) of installation, fabrication and testing activities.
• You will attend routine and special meetings for ship key events and other meetings such as critiques, fact-findings or quality problem resolution meetings, acting and participating in the meetings as the representative on quality matters.
• You will analyze quality data to determine a quality profile.
• You will conduct evaluations of the Contractor's quality procedures and installed/fabricated hardware.

• You will conduct on-site audits and surveillance (on ship and within production shops and at offsite vendors) of installation, fabrication and testing activities.
• You will consult with SUPSHIP Newport News project office personnel and Contractor construction supervisors on quality related matters.
• You will conduct studies, evaluations, and analyses of information to determine possible cause and resolutions of quality problems.
• You will attend routine and special meetings for ship key events and other meetings such as critiques, fact-findings or quality problem resolution meetings.
• You will act and participate in the meetings as the SUPSHIP Newport News representative on quality matters.
• You will conduct evaluations of the Contractor’s quality procedures and installed/fabricated hardware.
• You will be responsible for quality assurance in a wide scope of shipboard fabrication, installation, and testing processes where the end product must meet definitive and performance type specifications as related to construction and overhaul.
• You will monitor the application effectiveness of controls and methods and adjusting quality activities as indicated by quality trends or conditions.

Cyber Compliance and Regulatory Affairs ManagerPermanent - £75k to £95k + potential bonus and benefitsLocation: Hybrid/remote - Newport

Your new company

A leading utilities organisation in Wales are currently looking for a Cyber Compliance and Regulatory Affairs Manager to come in and spearhead the organisations compliance and regulatory affairs estate.

Your new role

You will be responsible for managing the Cyber Compliance and Regulatory Affairs. With this role, you will be interfacing with the Government and OFGEM on a regular basis, so you will need to have strong experience dealing with entities of that ilk, as well as be an expert in all things cyber compliance and regulatory related.

• Articulate and understand the strategic and future outlook and requirements from competent authorities in the field of cyber and physical security. Maintain compliance with legislation, sector-specific regulations and industry standards.
• Prepare, develop and present back all relevant business cases, financial analysis, cyber resilience investment documents, CAF aligned workstreams, and all associated documentation for both ad-hoc liaison with regulatory bodies and formal submissions.
• Develop, document and 'own' the production of the clients' NIS Annual Report, and its Annual PCD Reporting Pack.
• Assist the Head of Cyber Resilience in ensuring that the organisation complies with the NIS Regulations and the associated CAF profile requirements.
• Input in the development and continuous refinement of the Cyber Security Strategy

What you'll need to succeed

You will need to be able to influence and collaborate with other teams in the organisation, and have the ability to build strong internal relationships with other members in the business as well as other third parties and government bodies.

• A strong understanding of the NCSC's Cyber Assessment framework (CAF) and the ability to understand the de-facto controls required to meet Indicators of Good Practice.
• A solid understanding of cyber security standards and control frameworks including ISO27001, NIST, CIS etc., and the current and evolving regulatory landscape in the context of NIS and wider cybersecurity legislation.
• Experience of representing and being 'the face' of an organisation to a Regulator and building strong collaborative relationships.
• Excellent communication and leadership/management skills.
• Strong understanding of legal and regulatory requirements related to cyber security in a UK Operator of Essential Services (OES) of Critical National Infrastructure.
• Experience with DESNZ would be advantageous, but not essential.

What you'll get in return

This role is available for hybrid or remote working, although the contract won't state fully remote, I have been assured that the cyber team are able to work remotely, other than the occasional on-site meeting or catch up.

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Annual bonus based on personal and company performance
• Your 5% pension contribution will be doubled by the company, meaning 15% of your annual salary will be put into the pension pot (with you only contributing 5%).
• And more!

What you need to do now

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Compliance and Sustainability Officer

Newport NP19

Commutable from Newport, Cardiff, Cwmbran, Pontypool, Blackwood, Caerphilly, Chepstow, Pontypridd

Benefits:-

• 25 Days + Bank Holidays
• Employee owned business model
• Opportunity for private healthcare
• Pension
• Life Assurance cover
• Company sick pay
• Career progression opportunities
• Early finish on Friday

Are you passionate about sustainability? I am working with a business looking to take on a Compliance and sustainability Officer. This position will provide you with the opportunity to work a business who operate an employee owned model, provide private healthcare and excellent ongoing career development opportunities. Working with a leading manufacturing business, this would be well suited to a candidate experienced in the field of sustainability and compliance. Apply today!

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work with Business Improvement to identify appropriate external training & development.
• Develop intimate knowledge of the standards and requirements that impact the business and provide technical or sales support.
• Work with Business Improvement to organise all elements of external audit.
• Responsible for accuracy and availability of records concerning compliance.
• To ensure compliance is upheld, conduct necessary training across the various business functions.
• Work with Business Improvement on initiatives to reduce carbon footprint and environmental impact.

Requirements

• 1-3 years experience in a sustainability and compliance role.
• Educated to HNC, HND or degree level
• Experience in the manufacturing sector.

24879/617

Suitable candidates should apply immediately by calling Jack Lavis for this vacancy - on 02920 894900 or by sending your CV directly to him at jackl@hunterselection.co.uk

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

About The Company

My client, a leading and established manufacturing business based in the Birmingham area, are currently looking to recruit an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer to join their Instrumentation Department.

Reporting to the E&I Manager, this is an excellent opportunity to join a highly skilled installation, maintenance and calibration team within a lower tier COMAH facility.

This is a days-based role, working 40 hours a week Monday to Friday 8am to 4.30pm

Key Responsibilities:

• The full life-cycle management of chemical plant instrumentation projects from conceptualisation, design through to commissioning involving all different types of instrumentation and control systems. E.g. level, flow, temperature, pressure, mass instrumentation, PLC controllers, safety instrumented systems & intrinsic safety etc.
• Manage the modification of plant instrumentation systems via a management of change system
• The ability to manage the modification of plant instrumentation systems via a management of change system.
• Maintain records on all items including modifications, repairs, specifications etc.

Candidate Requirements:

• Hold a recognised Instrumentation Apprenticeship and be educated to HNC Level as a minimum
• Several years' experience managing instrumentation projects within the chemical process or similar regulated industry sector (Pharmaceutical, Petro-Chem, Food or Oil & Gas)
• Previous experience working on a Higher / Lower Tier COMAH site would be extremely desirable
• Experience and strong understanding of the instrumentation aspects pf DSEAR/ATEX compliance
• In depth knowledge / experience of instrumentation documents including, Loop Drawings, I/O Lists, P&ID's Network architecture Diagrams, Bill of Quantities, Equipment Schedules etc.
• Good understanding of control, safety systems and functional safety standards IEC61508 & IEC61511 with the ability to manage proof tests along HSE guidelines
• Good knowledge of Planned Preventative Maintenance, Total Productive Maintenance and Continuous Improvement would be highly beneficial
• Experience of working to ISO9001 standards

About The Role

Our client, an established, family-owned Chemicals manufacturing company, are currently looking to recruit an experienced Senior Quality Assurance Officer. Reporting to the QA Systems Manager, the successful candidate will ideally have experience of working in a chemical manufacturing facility within a Laboratory environment in both Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions. You should be a good communicator with excellent team working skills.

Quality Assurance Officer - Requirements

• Educated to minimum 'A' level standard or equivalent in a technical subject
• Minimum 3 years of Quality Assurance experience working in chemical industry environment
• Knowledge and practical application of QMS systems - e.g. ISO 9001
• Knowledge and experience of conducting investigations, root cause analysis and report writing
• Experience working within ISO 9001 administration, of which some part should be in a technical environment.
• Must be able to use various computerised systems with confidence (Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Document Management Systems etc)
• Experience of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
• Experience of Computer-based systems -e.g. Q-Pulse, SAGE X3

Quality Assurance Officer - Responsibilities

• Maintenance, support and continual development of company Quality Management Systems to meet operational and regulatory requirements
• Assist Quality Manager in all aspects of Quality Assurance
• Coordinate and support CAPA meetings with various departments to progress and close out CAPAs.
• Lead and/or contribute to complaints / deviation investigations, root cause analysis and report writing.
• Support QMS projects by participating with cross-functional teams to progress and implement new systems and processes
• Maintain the QMS audit process and complete internal QMS audits across the site.
• Development of policies, standards and procedures
• Management of Supplier Appraisal Systems across the supply chain and effective resolution of non-conformities
• Management of the company Kosher accreditation
• Administration of electronic document control system data handling
• Providing training on company processes and procedures to all employees
• Audit guide for on-site 3rd party audits

Compliance and Sustainability Officer

Newport NP19

Commutable from Newport, Cardiff, Cwmbran, Pontypool, Blackwood, Caerphilly, Chepstow, Pontypridd

Benefits:-

• 25 Days + Bank Holidays
• Employee owned business model
• Opportunity for private healthcare
• Pension
• Life Assurance cover
• Company sick pay
• Career progression opportunities
• Early finish on Friday

Are you passionate about sustainability? I am working with a business looking to take on a Compliance and sustainability Officer. This position will provide you with the opportunity to work a business who operate an employee owned model, provide private healthcare and excellent ongoing career development opportunities. Working with a leading manufacturing business, this would be well suited to a candidate experienced in the field of sustainability and compliance. Apply today!

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work with Business Improvement to identify appropriate external training & development.
• Develop intimate knowledge of the standards and requirements that impact the business and provide technical or sales support.
• Work with Business Improvement to organise all elements of external audit.
• Responsible for accuracy and availability of records concerning compliance.
• To ensure compliance is upheld, conduct necessary training across the various business functions.
• Work with Business Improvement on initiatives to reduce carbon footprint and environmental impact.

Requirements

• 1-3 years experience in a sustainability and compliance role.
• Educated to HNC, HND or degree level
• Experience in the manufacturing sector.

24879/617

Suitable candidates should apply immediately by calling Jack Lavis for this vacancy - on 02920 894900 or by sending your CV directly to him at jackl@hunterselection.co.uk

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Quality Manager required to help with strategy, certification and management of Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality across global Engineering departments. The QHSE team includes Internal Audit Manager, Health and Safety Manager and Price Audit Coordinator each with respective reams and responsibilities.

Role Details

Quality and Environmental Management, QMS and EMS systems, maintaining certification to ISO EN 9001, 14001, and 45001. Ensuring KPIs are set, and standards met. Detailed responses for customer queries regarding Quality and environmental matters.

Quality Management including performance management of Quality systems and regular reporting to Senior Management as appropriate.

Environmental Management, overseeing and maintaining waste stream management systems and promote recycling policies to reduce waste and save energy

Occupational Safety and Health Management, overall responsibility for Health and Safety Management Systems and certification.

Manufacturing Regulations Compliance Specialist required to comply manufacturing, design and quality management against European and UK legislation and international safety standards. The successful candidate will advise on UK and European regulatory standards compliance ensuring that all products comply with all current and future legislation.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Over ten years Manufacturing experience in Legislation, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Research and Standards.

Role

Find and disseminate insight on standards and legislation ensuring all products comply with all required standards and legislation.

Participate in European and UK trade associations making company proposals to them.

Lobbying activities against adverse legislation.

Standards committees development and proposals for BSI, CENELEC, IEC, ISO.

Support any problems with test houses in Europe