An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Quality Control – Laboratory Technician to join our client on a ongoing basis based in Bridgend.
Shifts : The QA will work a 6 day shift – 3 on, 3 off, working 6am-6pm. Over a month they will have a period of 7 days off in a row, but also will have a week where they work 6 out of 7 days. 6-6 shift pattern, Nights and days
Pay Rate : £11.41 ph
Job Role:
Quality Technician supports product quality, product development or production processes by learning and performing elementary tests, measurements, and tasks for experimentation and/or production. The role will allow the candidate to gain understanding and assist in the development of Quality standards and test procedures to inspect materials, in-process, or final products to ensure Quality standards are met.
Laboratory Responsibilities:
Receive and follow specific and detailed instructions to perform assigned standard tests and measurements. Inspects and tests materials, packaging supplies, in-process, and final product samples using established procedures to ensure product Quality
Perform basic calculations of test data and compare test results to existing standards for deviations
Maintain test equipment in proper working order through standardized procedures
Operate experimental, prototype, or production test equipment
Document and maintain test results and records on physical properties of experimental products and processes or production runs and prepare simple reports as necessary
Resolve problems as they occur e.g. reconciliation issues, out of specification readings
Report any issues to Production operators/ Team Leaders / Supervisors immediately
Ensure the Quality Management System is adhered to at all stages
Communicate test results to appropriate staff
Respond to routine enquiries
Complete extra tests from engineers, group leader and/or supervisor
Participate as a team member on problem solving meetings
Provide a full and detailed shift handover
Safety responsibilities:
Work safely in line with behavioural safety principles
Compliance with PPE requirements
Spot potential hazards and report promptly to your supervisor.
Attend all mandatory safety training
Candidate Requirements:
Essential:
Basic IT skills e.g. MS Word, Excel
Excellent attention to detail and follows instructions precisely
Good analytical skills
Working shifts essential
Communicate well with people at all levels
Good team worker and able to work alone
Works well in a changing and challenging environment
Preferrable:
Previous pipetting experience preferrable
Previous manufacturing environment would be advantageous
Understanding of Quality systems preferrable
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