Total 3 Senior Executive level Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in Birmingham, B7 4BS

About The Role

Our client, an established, family-owned Chemicals manufacturing company, are currently looking to recruit an experienced Senior Quality Assurance Officer. Reporting to the QA Systems Manager, the successful candidate will ideally have experience of working in a chemical manufacturing facility within a Laboratory environment in both Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions. You should be a good communicator with excellent team working skills.

Quality Assurance Officer - Requirements

• Educated to minimum 'A' level standard or equivalent in a technical subject
• Minimum 3 years of Quality Assurance experience working in chemical industry environment
• Knowledge and practical application of QMS systems - e.g. ISO 9001
• Knowledge and experience of conducting investigations, root cause analysis and report writing
• Experience working within ISO 9001 administration, of which some part should be in a technical environment.
• Must be able to use various computerised systems with confidence (Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Document Management Systems etc)
• Experience of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
• Experience of Computer-based systems -e.g. Q-Pulse, SAGE X3

Quality Assurance Officer - Responsibilities

• Maintenance, support and continual development of company Quality Management Systems to meet operational and regulatory requirements
• Assist Quality Manager in all aspects of Quality Assurance
• Coordinate and support CAPA meetings with various departments to progress and close out CAPAs.
• Lead and/or contribute to complaints / deviation investigations, root cause analysis and report writing.
• Support QMS projects by participating with cross-functional teams to progress and implement new systems and processes
• Maintain the QMS audit process and complete internal QMS audits across the site.
• Development of policies, standards and procedures
• Management of Supplier Appraisal Systems across the supply chain and effective resolution of non-conformities
• Management of the company Kosher accreditation
• Administration of electronic document control system data handling
• Providing training on company processes and procedures to all employees
• Audit guide for on-site 3rd party audits

RPS is looking for a Senior Consultant within the Permitting & Compliance team to join our Environmental division in various locations. The Team supports a range of projects including waste management, conventional and renewable energy, oil and gas and other major industrial clients.

RPS is a leading global environmental consultancy. We specialise in all areas of the built and natural environment, shaping the future of our environmental, social and economic landscapes. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. Here you’ll find work that is challenging and rewarding, and you’ll be supported every step of the way.

What you’ll be doing

Preparing applications for environmental permits, licenses and approvals from regulatory agencies – including new applications and variations to and surrender of existing permits.
Developing environmental management system documents and supporting management plans required by our Clients environmental permits
Overseeing permit monitoring and reporting to the UK Regulators
Discharging pre-operational conditions and permit improvement condition items
Respond to and deal with technical queries on projects as required and in a professional and timely manner
Preparing proposals with review from senior staff
Ensuring quality control of the output of projects in accordance with the approved QA system
Supporting and being the potential lead role for aspects of work delivery reporting to more senior staff for approvals
Supporting more senior staff in the delivery of the permit and compliance team marketing strategy.

Who we’re looking for

MSc in an environmental discipline and a good understanding of pertinent environmental legislation, regulations and guidance documents.
Previous experience in preparing permit applications
A good understanding of UK regulators permitting guidance and requirements
Strong project management skills
Ability and confidence to build and maintain working relationships with clients, external bodies and internal teams.

RPS, A Tetra Tech company

Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, in January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With 27,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading, global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market-leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems.

What’s in it for you?

We will provide you with a competitive salary, opportunities to invest and many other benefits including: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, Option to purchase up to 5 extra days per year, Company pension scheme, Group Disability Scheme, Share Incentive Scheme, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, Health Screening, Employee Assistance Programme (including numerous wellbeing initiatives and mental health support), Dental Cover, Professional Memberships and access to BenefitHub offering discounts, cash back offers and rewards.

We’re an accredited training provider – from entry level to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we support learning and development for everyone.

A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go.

We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

We understand the need to work flexibly, with agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we’re happy to talk about flexible working. This is a workplace that works for you.

A career here is far from ordinary. Here you’re not a number, you’re part of the solution.

What happens next?

The Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application. If your application is progressed, you’ll have a conversation with one of our recruiters followed by a two-stage interview process with the Team.

If this opportunity suits your career journey, we’d love to hear from you. All applications will be considered, and we will try our best to respond to you within seven working days.

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A position has become available for a skilled quality engineer with a background in automotive to work at growing engineering company

Position: Quality Engineer

Area: Birmingham

Duration: Permanent

Salary: 50k pa



Overall Purposes of Job: To ensure that all products are introduced, manufactured, and verified to customer requirements and corrective actions are effectively implemented when non-conformances are found. This shall be done through product involvement, investigation, monitoring and audits.



Day to day duties



Conduct internal/supplier investigations to determine root cause using structured problem-solving techniques.
To ensure effective and robust Containment and Corrective
Actions are implemented and verified to prevent repeat concerns
To ensure effective and robust Containment and Corrective Actions are implemented and verified to prevent repeat concerns.
To ensure all Quality system documentation is updated in line with corrective actions
Raise and submit Customer Concessions
Compile and manage Customer, Internal and Supplier 8D's.
Liaise with Suppliers and undertake Supplier visits/audits
Undertake Product, Process and QMS audits in line with schedule
Observe and comply with all aspects of the International Quality Systems
Observe and comply with Company Operating Procedures
Take ownership and responsibility for quality and be pro-active in the role of achieving the company target of 100% business quality and product conformance.
To support manufacturing in providing product to customers "On Time and In Full"
Implement and maintain visual management of processes and performance
Continuous improvement activities. Ensure Quality requirements are being followed.
To undertake any other duties as may be required within the scope of the post and participate as and when necessary, in organisational wide initiatives and projects.

About you;

Knowledge and experience of creating APQP, SPC, FMEA, PPAP and Control Plans
Understanding of Customer Product Quality expectations
Quality related KPI's (measured environment)
Ability to manage Suppliers regarding approval, rating and development
Good understanding and competent in leading 8D activity
Ability to read engineering drawings.
Familiar with CMM activity and ability to Interpret CMM reports including capability studies.
Body in White (BIW) Engineering or pressing experience
Experience within an IATF16949/ISO9100 environment
Experience within a QMS environment
MS Office Skills (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.)
Time management and planning skills
Driving License.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an established, progressive company with highly skilled workforce, continuing investments, and an immediate start for the right person.

This position is a full time, permanent role where we offer a competitive salary along with a long term personal and professional development strategy.

Proof of prior qualifications and/or experience with references will be advantageous and to be eligible for this role you must be able to legally work within the UK.



Workforce Manufacturing are responsible for placing skilled and in demand people on both a permanent and contract basis into the Engineering, Technical and Manufacturing sectors, from skilled Shop Floor Personnel and Specialist Engineers to Supervisory and Management positions. We operate from several prime locations throughout Central England and our Specialist Consultants will have an in-depth understanding of your skills and offer best advice on your next step!! We are always searching for the best talent, so if you know anyone, why not recommend someone to one of our professional team who will be more than happy to help.

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