Total 2 Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in Oxford, OX4 4XN

A mechanical manufacturing firm in Oxfordshire is looking for a Production Quality Engineer with technical knowledge in production, mechanical products and quality assurance experience along with experience working with SAP and 8D.

Responsible For:

Management of all quality-related issues within the manufacturing team

(e.g., internal and customer warranty)

Identification of the root cause of production quality issues and the implementation of permanent corrective actions, preventing the compromise of quality standards; driving continuous improvement.

General Description:

To provide effective quality control from goods inwards inspection throughout production process by ensuring that the capture, reporting and resolution of all quality related non-conformities is undertaken in an efficient and timely manner.

Maintaining and updating the company Quality Assurance database (NCR) with the overall target objective of reducing both internal and external non-conformities.

Liaising with the supplier quality engineer and other stakeholders to communicate quality defects affecting production, with timely resolution. Providing QA data to support implementation of corrective actions with the support of the manufacturing engineering team.

Skills and Attributes

Self-motivated with excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to work independently and as well as part of a team to achieve targets. You will have a keen eye for detail which will enable you identify potential quality related issues. Strong leadership qualities with perhaps aspirations for management. Working closely with Purchasing, Production and Technical depts, you will apply a systematic approach to clearly communicate quality information and work with manufacturing engineers to resolve quality related issues.

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant manufacturing/engineering /science degree preferred, or ONC, A Levels, BTec.
• Minimum of four years previous experience in similar QA role within a fast-moving production environment.
• Strong technical knowledge in the marine, aerospace and or automotive industry (preferable but not restricted to). Strong ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Strong experience of product inspection advantageous.
• Internal auditing experience plus qualification.
• Membership of professional body would be advantageous.
• Professional qualifications would advantageous.
• Computer literate in MS Office and Adobe software as well as SAP.
• Experience using SAP is advantageous.
• Experience with QMS procedures and good understanding and experience of robust QA procedures.
• Problem solving skills such as 8D.
• Strong knowledge and application of FAIR, PPAP & FMEA.
• Knowledge of AS9100 (preferable but not restricted to), minimum knowledge of ISO 9001.
• Understanding of ISO14001 and Health and Safety practices
• Strong process mapping experience and writing of work instructions.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Strong Planning and prioritising skills with methodical approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to present data effectively, with excellent analytical skills.
• Strong Problem-solving and team working skills.
• Understanding of cost and financial impacts

Hours are Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm with some flexibility, competitive salary of c£43k, Bupa Healthcare, contribution pension and free parking on site.

This is not a hybrid role and is based in Oxfordshire and due to the location you need to drive.

A leading manufacturer in Oxfordshire are looking for a Quality Health and Safety Administrator to support to the Head of QHSE in relation to planning, delivery, monitoring and reporting QHSE activities.

General Description:

Support in delivering the Health & Safety strategic plan.

Taking minutes of meetings and action logs.

Handling of sensitive and confidential information.

Assist in the implementation of corrective action from incident investigations and safety concerns where required.

Supporting forums and working groups across the business.

Assist in the maintenance of the Health and Safety SharePoint site.

Documenting of management and process improvements across the business.

Reporting and administering of QHSE platforms.

Supporting in ensuring the safe systems of work are effective.

Supporting the quality team in a wide range of administrative duties.

Main Duties:

• Monitoring and maintaining the HSE planner.
• Ensuring that the relevant inspections and collections are arranged and carried out as per the planner.
• Facilitating in the training of Risk assessments, COSHH assessments and general HSE awareness
• Monitoring and maintaining registers for lifting equipment, forklift trucks, calibration etc.
• Liaising with the workforce to ascertain QHSE suggestions and concerns to drive continuous improvement.
• Supporting in the delivery of HSE training and toolbox talks and the maintenance of the related trainings.
• Conducting and recordings shop floor audits and maintaining the recorded data.
• Conducting inspections and observation checks on the shop floor.
• Chasing completed non-conformity reports from suppliers.
• Support the QA team in raising service calls and processing supplier returns as required.
• Writing of risk assessments.
• Writing of method statements and the creation of work instructions
• Facilitate actions / modifications from employee risk assessments /return to work.
• Complete and monitor the return of various QHSE reports, assisting management to ensure all actions are completed on time and reminders issued for those outstanding.
• Draft correspondence to include creating, revising, proof-reading, and distributing various types of documents, presentations, and spreadsheets.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly / quarterly reports.

Job Description: QHSE Administrator

Qualifications and Experience

Experience in a similar QHSE administrative role.

Good understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.

IOSH managing safely or above.

Experience of ISO 9001.

Good experience of Writing Risk Assessments, method statements and work instructions.

Experience in a production / manufacturing environment.

Experience conducting workplace inspections and checks.

Experience of producing work within defined timescales.

Excellent customer service and organizational skills, with good attention to detail

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Good knowledge of IT systems with an excellent knowledge and understanding of MS Word, Excel, outlook, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.

A positive, flexible, and pro-active approach to work.

A willingness and ability to learn new skills.

Key Characteristics / Behaviours

You need to be highly organised and a proactive individual with excellent time management skills with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team to achieve targets.

You also need a keen eye for detail, process driven and proficient with data analysis will apply a systematic approach to clearly communicate QHSE information.

Hours are Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm with some flexibility, competitive salary of c£30k, Bupa Healthcare, contribution pension and free parking on site.

This is not a hybrid role and is based in Oxfordshire and due to the location you need to drive.