Quality Advisor - Sheffield, United Kingdom - Progress Rail

Progress Rail

Verified Company

Sheffield, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Who is Progress Rail? What do we do?
We are Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, specialists in precision heavy engineering. One of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit systems products worldwide.

From our UK manufacturing operations in Nottingham, Sheffield and South Queensferry we supply a range of specialist products into the rail network in the UK and overseas.

As an industry leader we are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring continued success for the future.

Build a long-term career with helpful training, supportive mentors, professional development, and study assistance support.

The Role:

The Quality team are currently recruiting for proactive individual who can provide leadership and be a catalyst for the promotion of Quality excellence at our Sheffield Plant.

You will be responsible for leading, mentoring and championing best practice in Quality to our operatives and management alike. Must be able to conduct and supervise activities to ensure that compliance is maintained with legislation and corporate policies.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform routine inspections and tests for attributes and variables on work in progress including; components, subassemblies, final assemblies and purchased materials
Conduct supplier source inspection, first article, in process and final, as required, support SCM activities including incoming quality audits (IQA) & (PPAP)
Operate effective acceptance and rejection procedures and maintain accurate records
Issue nonconformance reports and monitor prescribed corrective and preventative actions
Conduct predelivery inspections (PDI), prepare all documentation, plan and facilitate client inspections as required/requested
Develop/assist with the implementation of BIQ/Quality gates
Develop and improve quality inspection procedures and work instructions in liaison with the relevant document owner and support services
Maintain AX ERP system records
Support the development of Quality Test and Inspection Plans
Assist operations management in understanding relevant Quality requirements and the impact they have on operations.
Conduct internal audits and assist in the preparation for external audits and visits.
Assist management in addressing and correcting audit findings.
Contributes to the development of the QMS/IMS.
Ensure standard operating procedures are implemented effectively, develop local instructions which support the SOPs, agree any local variation with the Head of Quality as a facility addendum to the applicable SOP.
Operate effective acceptance and rejection procedures and maintain accurate records

within the Q-Pulse CAPA module.

Analyse Quality information and issue periodic reports including costs of poor Quality, number, type and the effectiveness of their closure to the facility management team and the Head of Quality.

Skills and Experience:

Knowledge of ISO standards, integrated systems, and procedural requirements
Internal audit 9001 QMS certification
Strong communication skills able to communicate with people at all levels
Previous experience of product verification against relevant standards and specifications.
Sound inspection ability including component measurement and evaluation against specifications, drawings, and standards
Selfstarter, able to work to time scales with minimum supervision
A breadth of knowledge and experience including EHS regulations, programs and policies, with a willingness to learn, adapt and changeAn understanding of EHS regulations and corporate standards (Desirable)
Time served in an engineering discipline essential with C&G 743 (Desirable)
Knowledge of CNC/NC, CAD/CAM (Desirable)
IQA qualified (Desirable)

What you'll get in return:

In addition to working for an industry leader, with a great working environment and knowledgeable colleagues, we also offer:

Highly competitive and negotiable salaries, depending on suitability and experience
Flexible working hours and some working from home available
Company funded external qualifications
33 days holiday per annum, pro rate (inclusive of bank/public holidays)
Company pension scheme with up to a 7% employer contribution
Company funded life assurance of 3 times your annual salary
Professional and leadership development
Employee Assistance Programme
Access to a variety of discounts on your favourite shops, car insurance, holidays and much more via Caterpillar Advantage
Employee recognition scheme

What's next?
Progress Rail is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

We value and embrace diversity of thought, background and unique experiences and we pride ourselves on an inclusive workforce and culture.

Salary:
£38,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits: