Purpose of the Role
We are seeking a detail-driven and proactive Quality Coordinator to assist in the preparation, control and coordination of quality assurance documentation for engineering and manufacturing projects undertaken by the business.
Operating in a fast-paced, live engineering and manufacturing environment, the role acts as a key link between engineering, production, management and customers, ensuring quality requirements are clearly understood, implemented and maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and manage 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 production environment.
- Produce, manage and collate Lifetime Quality Records (LTQRs) throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring final documentation meets customer and company requirements.
- Support hands-on quality assurance activities, including dimensional checks, inspections, sampling and verification activities.
- Review supplier-provided documentation for accuracy, 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 continuously improve quality processes, manufacturing activities and associated documentation, enhancing 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.
Travel to Plymouth will be required as and when necessary, 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 project and management teams.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills
- Relevant quality assurance experience, preferably within an engineering, fabrication or metalwork environment.
- Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Experience writing and maintaining Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
- Experience producing and collating Lifetime Quality Records (LTQRs).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Working Pattern
- Full-time, on-site role.
- 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
