Quality Control Operative

We are recruiting for a Quality Control Operative to work with a production based company, based in Leighton Buzzard.

Location: Leighton Buzzard.

Working Hours: 08:00am - 16:30pm

Contract type: Perm or temp to perm.

Overview:

• To carry out quality checks on produced products, to ensure client satisfaction. Completing inspection of incoming materials, and finished products. Identifying defects or non-conformities, and maintaining quality records.

Duties:

• Inspect raw materials and components against drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional inspections using appropriate measuring and inspection equipment.
• Identify, document, and report defects, non-conformities, and quality issues.
• Ensure products meet customer requirements.
• Complete inspection reports, check sheets, and other quality documentation accurately.
• Use measuring equipment such as verniers, gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to investigate and resolve quality issues.
• Support corrective and preventive actions to reduce defects and improve quality.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, test results, and non-conformance reports.
• Ensure inspection equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.
• Follow company quality management systems.
• Assist with internal and external audits when required.

Essential skills:

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Competent in using precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Ability to accurately complete quality documentation and reports.
• Ability to work independently and manage inspection priorities.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

Preferred skills:

• Previous experience in a quality inspection or manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of quality control and inspection procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of Net-Inspect.
• Basic CAD software knowledge.