As the Quality Coordinator you will assist in the preparation, control and coordination of quality assurance documentation for engineering and manufacturing projects undertaken by the business.
To liaise between engineering, production teams, management and customers on quality related matters as required.
This is a site based role operating in a live engineering and manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare project specific Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) for manufacturing and engineering projects.
- Work closely with engineering and production teams to ensure ITP requirements are understood, implemented and adhered to in a live environment.
- Produce, manage and collate Lifetime Quality Records (LTQRs) throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring final documentation meets customer and company requirements.
- Assist with practical quality assurance activities including dimensional checks, inspections, sampling and verification activities.
- Review supplier-provided documentation for correctness and conformity to specifications.
- Assist in the management and control of tools, equipment and monitoring/measuring devices used in manufacturing processes.
- Support the recording, investigation and reporting of quality-related non-conformances.
- Assist with internal audits and supplier audits as required.
- Work with management to improve the quality of manufacturing activities and associated documentation to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Assist with documentation preparation and submittals as part of tendering and quotation activities.
- Support third party audit activities including ISO 9001 and customer audits.
- Undertake any other duties as reasonably required to support the needs of the business.
Location & Travel Requirements
This is a site based role located in Southampton.
The position requires travel to Plymouth as and when required, including:
- Day trips for client meetings, inspections or project related activities
- Occasional overnight stays, depending on operational or scheduling needs
Travel will be planned in coordination with the project and management teams.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills
- Relevant quality assurance experience is desirable, preferably within an engineering, fabrication or metalwork environment.
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Experience writing and maintaining Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
- Experience producing and collating Lifetime Quality Records (LTQRs).
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
Working Pattern
- Full time, on site.
- Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.
- Start and finish times can be flexible, provided 40 hours are completed
Salary and Benefits
- £40,000 per annum
- Company pension
