Quality Technician

Stonehouse – Permanent – Full-time – Salary Up to £40,000

An established engineering firm in Stonehouse is looking to recruit a Quality Technician who can play a key role in upholding and improving the business's quality systems and project execution standards. This is a hands-on, detail-driven role that sits at the heart of the manufacturing and delivery process – ideal for someone with a passion for standards, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement, seeking a development opportunity.

The Role:

·      Lead the implementation and development of quality assurance protocols across key manufacturing activities

·      Ensure all internal processes align with customer specs, industry standards and ISO 9001:2015 requirements

·       Liaise directly with customers and supply chain contacts on quality expectations, concerns, and compliance issues

·       Review and optimise Quality Control Plans and ensure alignment with the company’s stage-gate approach to projects

·       Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions where issues arise

·       Maintain and develop Quality Management System documentation and processes

·       Offer support and guidance to the wider team on quality standards, tools, and best practices

·       Play a key part in lessons learned reviews, sharing findings to drive continuous improvement

The Person:

·       HNC, HND or degree-level education in an engineering, quality, or technical discipline – Desirable

·       In-depth understanding of ISO 9001:2015 and associated quality processes

·       Strong grasp of engineering drawings, specifications, and technical standards

·       Confident using hand-held measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers and verniers

·       Able to manage your own workload effectively, working across multiple priorities

·       Strong communicator, capable of working across teams and confidently handling both internal and external conversations

·       Quality audit experience and qualifications (e.g. CQI, internal auditor) – advantageous

·       Customer-focused, organised, and driven by getting things right the first time

·       Practical and solutions-oriented approach, with the confidence to challenge where necessary