Quality Analyst

Location: Abingdon, On site Department: Quality Career Level: Early Career / Junior

We are looking for a motivated Quality Analyst to join our growing Quality team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career who is looking to build their experience within a manufacturing and quality environment.

In this role, you will support the inspection and assessment of materials, components and assemblies used within our products, helping to ensure they meet the required quality standards before entering production.

You'll work closely with colleagues across Quality, Production, Engineering and Supply Chain, developing valuable technical skills while contributing to the delivery of high-quality products.

This position would suit someone with some previous experience in manufacturing, quality control, laboratory, engineering or technical inspection environments who is keen to develop a long-term career in Quality.

• Carrying out incoming inspections of materials, components and assemblies against approved specifications and acceptance criteria.
• Performing visual and dimensional inspections using measurement equipment such as calipers, gauges and micrometers.
• Recording inspection results accurately within quality systems and maintaining traceability records.
• Identifying and documenting non-conforming materials and supporting quality investigations.
• Assisting with the collection and analysis of quality data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Supporting production teams with component and material-related quality issues.
• Working with internal teams to help resolve quality concerns and improve processes.
• Contributing to continuous improvement activities and the ongoing development of inspection methods and procedures.
• Maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy and attention to detail in all activities.

We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, detail-oriented and eager to develop their technical and quality knowledge.

• Degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification in a scientific, engineering, manufacturing or quality-related discipline.
• Some experience within a manufacturing, production, laboratory, quality, inspection or engineering environment.
• Ability to follow procedures and work accurately with a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

• Experience carrying out inspections or quality checks.
• Familiarity with measurement equipment such as calipers, gauges or micrometers.
• Exposure to manufacturing or production processes.
• Experience reviewing technical drawings or specifications.
• Understanding of quality systems, non-conformances or root cause investigations.
• Experience within a regulated or highly controlled environment.

Us?

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop a career in Quality.

You'll receive training and support while gaining experience in:

• Quality inspection and measurement techniques.
• Engineering drawings and specifications.
• Non-conformance management and quality investigations.
• Root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies.
• Manufacturing quality processes.
• Quality Management Systems.
• Data analysis and continuous improvement activities.

There will be clear opportunities for growth and progression into areas such as Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Quality, Supplier Quality, or Quality Engineering as your experience develops.

If you're looking to build your career in Quality and want to join a supportive team where you can learn, develop and make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation.

Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.

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