Quality Control Inspector

Position:
Quality Control Inspector

Location:

Kidderminster, Worcestershire

Contract:

Full Time, Permanent

Industry: Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Processing

PRS Engineering has engaged with a key client and an established design and manufacturer of Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, processing equipment based in the West Midlands. An exciting opportunity for a QC Inspector has arisen and a self-motivated individual who would like to join a progressing company. This role is based within an established Quality Control department; therefore, a strong team player attitude is essential.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Full UK Driving licence essential

Minimum GCSE Grade 4 in higher in Maths and English

Minimum HNC (or equivalent) in a technical discipline, e.g. Mechanical Engineering

Essential knowledge of Microsoft packages (Outlook, Word, Excel and Access) is required

Industry or similar industry knowledge is required

Summary of Job:

* Responsible for Quality Control Inspection of materials at Goods Inwards, patrol inspection of components on the shop floor and at Sub-Vendors, when required, to final inspection of finished products, prior to despatch

* Activities are to be carried out in accordance with the relevant Quality system, i.e. ISO 9001 and specific customer specifications/requirements

* Responsible for the maintenance and good housekeeping of Goods Inwards storage areas, in accordance with company policies and procedures

Duties and responsibilities:

* Shall be fully committed to the achievement of company policies and objectives with special respect to quality and safety

* Manage and monitor resources, operations, and projects to ensure agreed objectives are achieved, taking initiative and persisting with tasks to deliver successful outcomes

Staff relationship:

* Responsible to the Quality Control Manager, Quality Control Lead or Quality Assurance & HSE Manager in their absence

* Works with Stores Material Controllers

* Liaises with suppliers, inspectors, 3rd party inspectors and sub-contractors, when required

* Liaises internally with all departments, i.e. Sales, Production, Purchasing, Engineering and Accounts

* Shall possess the ability to communicate effectively at all levels

Inspection

* Responsible for ensuring Goods Inwards material is adequately inspected against Purchase Order prior to release to Stores/Production, i.e. dimensional, visual, material traceability, certification, etc., within reasonable time restraints

* Review and validation of Material Test Certificates, testing reports and traceability documentation

* Responsible for in-process inspection of products, machining, fabrication, testing, assembly, packing and completing inspection Route Cards

* Responsible for ensuring that non-conforming material is identified and quarantined, with supporting NCRs being prepared for issue

* Witnessing pressure tests/non-destructive testing being carried out on/offsite and endorsing certificates, when required

* Responsible for carrying out onsite inspection of goods inwards, in process, hydrotest/NDT and final inspection of products, identifying and issuing final release notes with/without Third party inspectors and clients

* Responsible for carrying out off-site inspections, including final inspection, goods inwards inspection, hydrotest inspection with/without a TPI or client, as designated by the Quality Control Manager, Quality Control Lead or Quality Assurance & HSE Manager

* Responsible for the maintenance of the Stores to a company acceptable level of tidiness, including Health, Safety & Environmental considerations

Documentation

* To assist with Quality Assurance documentation, audits, etc., when required and as requested by the Quality Control Manager, Quality Control Lead or Quality Assurance & HSE Manager in their absence

* To compile Quality documentation and issue completed files to the relevant department

* To undertake reasonable instructions and tasks from senior personnel, commensurate with the nature of the job and in the best interests of the company

Technical Ability

* IT literate with excellent Microsoft Office skills, i.e. Word, Excel & Access

* Minimum of HNC (or equivalent) in a technical discipline (e.g. Mechanical Engineering)

* Experience in a manufacturing or fabrication quality inspection role

* Ability to read and interpret Engineering drawings, fabrication drawings and technical specifications

* Experience of problem solving and continuous improvement techniques

* Familiarity with welding and non-destructive testing…