Manufacturing Quality Technician
Saab
- Fareham, Hampshire
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Conduct inspections and tests on electrical assemblies, mechanical assemblies and components to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
- Perform incoming inspection on components, units and manufactured parts to ensure they conform to all relevant drawings and documentation
- Perform thorough visual and functional checks on finished products, identifying any defects or non-conformities.
- Utilize measurement tools and equipment to verify product dimensions and specifications.
- Record and document inspection results, maintaining accurate quality records and reports.
- Monitor production processes to identify potential quality issues and deviations from established procedures.
- Collaborate with the production team to implement process controls and corrective actions to prevent quality problems.
- Conduct periodic audits and checks on production lines to ensure adherence to quality standards and procedures.
- Provide feedback and recommendations to the Production Manager and Quality Manager on process improvements.
- Investigate and analyse product failures, non-conformities, and customer complaints to determine root causes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions and preventive measures.
- Maintain documentation of root cause analysis and corrective actions, ensuring timely completion and effectiveness.
- Participate in quality improvement projects and initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes and product quality.
- Identify areas for process optimization and efficiency gains to minimize defects and rework.
- Collaborate with the Quality Manager and Production Manager to develop and implement quality improvement strategies.
- Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in quality management practices.
- Provide training and guidance to production operators on quality standards, inspection techniques, and defect prevention.
- Support the development and implementation of quality training programs for production personnel.
- Assist in resolving quality-related issues and answering queries from production teams.
- Proven experience as a Quality Technician in a manufacturing environment, preferably in electrical assembly.
- Strong knowledge of quality control techniques, inspection methods, and root cause analysis.
- Familiarity with quality standards and regulatory requirements relevant to electrical assembly manufacturing.
- Proficiency in using measurement tools and equipment.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy in conducting inspections and documenting findings.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma concepts is a plus.