Quality Technician Apprentice

A unique opportunity has become available with LCM Systems who are looking for an Apprentice Quality Technician.

This is a full-time role for the successful candidate, on the expectation that they would complete the Level 4 Quality Practitioner Apprenticeship with HTP Apprenticeship College.

The apprenticeship is for 14 Months, plus 6 months for the end point assessment. The job role is permanent on complete ion of the apprenticeship.

The following link gives full information on the apprenticeship:

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LCM Systems designs and manufactures load measurement systems used worldwide. We provide standard and custom load cells and associated instrumentation for challenging applications in aerospace, marine, oil and gas, offshore, heavy lifting and hazardous areas. Our work combines design, manufacturing and validation to deliver reliable products through a right first-time approach.

Develop practical inspection and quality assurance skills while supporting product conformity and improvement across LCM. You will learn from experienced colleagues and complete a structured apprenticeship. Training and supervision will reflect your experience, with responsibility increasing as you demonstrate competence.

Inspection and testing:
Learn to inspect materials, components and finished products against current drawings, specifications and inspection plans. Assist with product testing and calibration under supervision. Record results and elevate unclear requirements.

Learn to use measuring equipment correctly, check its condition and calibration status, and help maintain equipment registers and calibration records. Report damaged or overdue equipment before use.

Check material certificates, part identification and batch or serial numbers against requirements. Maintain traceability through route cards, inspection reports and test records.

Identify and record non-conformances, help label and segregate suspect products, and escalat concerns promptly. Product release and acceptance of deviations require authorised approval.

Gather evidence, support root cause analysis and track corrective actions. Help check that actions have prevented recurrence and identify opportunities to prevent other quality problems.

Maintain accurate inspection and Not Right First-Time records. Help analyse trends, prepare reports and support improvements that reduce defects, rework and waste.

Support internal audits, gather evidence and follow up actions. Help maintain controlled procedures, inspection instructions and records within the ISO 9001 quality management system.

Help clarify acceptance criteria, identify quality risks and plan inspections with Engineering, Production, Calibration and Purchasing. Support supplier quality reviews and customer complaint investigations.

Follow risk assessments, safe working instructions and PPE requirements. Undertake testing or equipment operation only with appropriate training, supervision and authorisation; report hazards and near misses promptly.

You will work towards successful completion of the Level 4 Quality Practitioner apprenticeship standard, including its required assessment. LCM plans an approximately two-year programme, with the final duration agreed with the training provider following an initial assessment. The programme will include supervised workplace learning, a named mentor, regular progress reviews and protected time for off-the-job training during paid working hours. You will attend training,…