Quality Control Technician

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.

At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

Quality Control Technician

Location:

Port Talbot Salary: £37,783 Compensation:
Bonus available + Overtime available at business requirements

Hours:

40 hours 8am - 4pm Help Shape Quality from Raw Materials to Finished Product Are you passionate about quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement? Do you enjoy working in a technical environment where your attention to detail makes a real difference?

We are looking for a Quality Control Technician to join our team in Port Talbot. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the consistent quality of Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS), from the inspection of raw materials through to the despatch of finished products to customers. Working as part of a committed and collaborative team, you will help maintain the highest quality standards, support operational excellence, and contribute to the ongoing success of our production processes.

• Sampling and preparing production, delivered, stock, and export granulate materials for testing.
• Conducting laboratory analysis and testing of granulate samples.
• Supporting production planning by helping prepare consistent granulate stockpiles for manufacturing.
• Reviewing and monitoring process quality control data on a daily basis.
• Carrying out regular sampling and testing of finished GGBS products to ensure compliance with European standards and customer requirements.
• Inspecting Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts and identifying process variations to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintaining accurate quality records and reporting quality data to internal and external stakeholders.
• Managing and communicating instances of non-conforming materials and quality variances.
• Contributing to quality improvement projects and helping achieve site quality objectives and targets.

• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Comfortable working with technical data and laboratory testing procedures.
• Analytical and able to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Organised and capable of maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• A strong communicator who can work effectively with both operational and technical teams.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of health, safety, and environmental responsibility.
• Previous experience within a quality control, laboratory, manufacturing, production, or process environment would be advantageous, although training can be provided for the right candidate.

This is an opportunity to join a business where quality sits at the heart of everything we do. You’ll have the chance to develop your technical skills, contribute to continuous improvement activities, and play a vital role in delivering products that meet the highest industry standards. If you’re looking for a hands‑on technical role where your work has a direct impact on product quality and customer satisfaction, we’d love to hear from you.

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