Quality Controller, Harworth - voestalpine Turnout Technology UK

Description

Are you passionate about ensuring excellent quality in products?

We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oreintated Quality Controller to uphold the highest standards of quality in our production and assembly processes.

Why work with us?
At voestalpine Turnout Technology UK Ltd., quality is not just a checklist - it is our commitment to excellence.

As a Quality Controller, you play a pivotal role in maintaining our reputation for delivering superior products on time and in full for our customers.

You will work alongside like minded dedicated professionals who will share your drive to deliver the best in both quality and innovation.

Who are we?
We are the leading partner for turnouts, turnout components and fastening materials.

Our company manufactures switches, crossings and associated parts for track installation, ranging from individual products to completed assemblies for maintenance and major track renewals.

Our customers include all major operators of national rail infrastructure tramway and light railway systems in the UK and in the Republic of Ireland.

In addition, we provide tailor made engineering, surveying and design for our customers.
Role Overview

As a Quality Controller you will be responsible for monitoring and overseeing manufacturing & assembly processes and products to ensure they meet the required standard.

You will be required to inspect, test, measure materials and products to ensure they are in line with specification and standard operating procedures.

Provide general Quality support and advice specific to the business and industry ensuring the highest quality of product is achieved by both voestalpine Turnout Technology UK Ltd.

& voestalpine Railway Systems. You will drive standards by continuously advising all personnel on quality related issues.

Raise quality issues and undertaking investigations of Non-Conformances and other findings, supporting QA manager to ensure all findings are investigated and closed out in a timely manner as well as providing performance reporting as required.

Conduct goods inwards Inspections, Calibration, Layout inspections and ad hoc inspections. Assist with the internal audit programme covering Quality processes. Providing support to the Operational functions with renewals and maintenance tasks.
Role Package & Benefits

Core Hours:

between 35.5per week:
* 0800 – 1600 Monday,
* 0800 – 1630 Tuesday – Thursday,
* 0800 – 1200 Friday,
Annual Leave: 22 Days PLUS 10 Bank Holidays including Christmas Closure,

Breaks:
Daily 30min Unpaid Lunch Break,

Bonuses:
Eligible for 2 Annual
Bonuses:
£500 Annual Profitability Attendance Based Bonus,
£500 Operational Improvement Suggestion Reward Scheme,

Life Insurance:
At 4 x Base Salary,
Company Pension: 5% Employee & 7.5% Employer Contribution,

Share scheme:
Eligible to participate in the voestalpine Group Share scheme,
Access to an array of Employee Benefits and Discounts incl. Cycle to Work,
Access to Employee Assistance Program available 24/7, 365days per year,
Regular Training & Education.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities
Conduct thorough inspections and audits to verify product quality at every stage of production,
Develop and implement quality control procedures to identify and address any deviations from standards,
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality-related issues and implement effective solutions,
Utilise advanced quality assurance tools and techniques to continuously improve our processes and enhance product quality,
Provide training and support to production staff to ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices,
Key point of contact both internally and externally for quality related matters,
Log, investigate and monitor non-compliance findings,
Control all calibration for all sites,
Support QA Manager in internal audits, preparation of reports and covering meetings.
Qualifications & Experience
Previous experience as a Quality Controller within a manufacturing background,
Experience of certified bodies standards ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 & 22163,
Excellent computer and software (MS Suite) as well as Integrated Management System software (i.e. Q-Pulse, SAP, SharePoint, Etc.),
Excellent data entry accuracy with strong planning, organisational and administration skills,
Knowledge of Railway related products would be advantageous.
Personal Attributes
Innovative, Analytical & Logical thinker,
Ability to multi-task and prioritise to achieve deadlines,
Excellent Communication Skills,
Methodical with attention to Detail,
Superior Organisational & Problem-Solving Skills