Quality Technician / Junior Quality Engineer

Wetherby, West Yorkshire
£30000 - £35000
Hours: Full-Time, Permanent

Overview

A fantastic opportunity for a detail-driven Quality Technician / Junior Quality Engineer to join a specialist manufacturing business producing high-performance technical textiles for demanding industrial, aerospace, automotive and engineering applications.

This role supports daily quality activities across the full production lifecycle — from incoming material checks and in-process inspection to customer complaint investigations and continuous improvement projects. Ideal for someone with 1-3 years' manufacturing quality experience who wants to progress into a full Quality Engineer role.

Key Responsibilities

Non-Conformance Management

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Investigate NCRs using structured problem-solving tools (Root Cause Analysis, 5 Whys, Ishikawa, Is/Is Not).

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Quarantine, document and manage non-conforming materials and finished goods.

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Support corrective and preventive actions, verifying effectiveness and tracking closure.

Supplier Quality & Incoming Materials

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Raise supplier NCRs and follow up with vendors to ensure corrective actions are implemented.

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Support incoming inspection activities to maintain material standards.

Customer Complaint Handling

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Log and classify customer complaints in line with internal processes.

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Carry out detailed investigations and prepare clear corrective action reports.

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Ensure containment and corrective actions are implemented to prevent recurrence.

Compliance & Documentation

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Maintain quality records in line with ISO 9001 and customer requirements.

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Support internal audits and contribute to the wider quality management system.

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Update work instructions, inspection sheets and controlled documentation.

Required Skills & Experience

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Experience in quality control or inspection within manufacturing (1-3 years ideal).

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Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to use structured quality tools.

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Ability to read technical specifications and follow quality standards.

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Accurate documentation and reporting abilities.

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IT literate (Excel, QC/ERP systems).

Preferred / Desirable

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Exposure to textile processes (woven, nonwoven, coating, lamination) or willingness to learn.

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Experience in technical textiles, aerospace, automotive or industrial manufacturing.

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Familiarity with ISO 9001.

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Internal audit training (ISO 9001) beneficial.

What's Offered

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Long-term career progression into a Quality Engineer role.

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Supportive and collaborative environment.

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Training and development opportunities.

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Competitive salary and benefits package