Quality Assurance Specialist

2 months ago


Gloucester, United Kingdom Octagon Group Full time
Job Description

Job Title: Quality Assurance Specialist

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team at Octagon Group. As a Quality Assurance Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality of our products and services, and contributing to the success of our organization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Implement robust quality controls in line with AS9100 Rev D / ISO9001:2015 and customer-specific requirements.
  • Manage and update quality documentation, ensuring accurate revision control.
  • Identify and diagnose production process issues, utilizing root cause analysis methods like 5 Whys.
  • Collaborate with different departments to support day-to-day quality management.
  • Address daily quality issues, providing effective problem-solving solutions.
  • Engage with suppliers and customers as necessary to resolve quality concerns.
  • Contribute to the completion of monthly KPIs and ensure alignment with objectives.
  • Promote best practices and standardized approaches within the quality team.
  • Conduct supplier quality audits and internal audits as needed.
  • Provide hands-on support in inspection and laboratory tasks.
  • Develop work instructions and ensure consistent inspection techniques.
  • Lead quality assurance controls in process areas.
  • Mentor employees in AS9100 Rev D requirements and share best practices.
  • Support or lead onsite calibration activities.
  • Drive and participate in continual improvement initiatives.

Key Skills:

  • Strong background in Quality Engineering within AS9100 Rev D / ISO9001:2015 certified environments. (SPC, MSA, FMEA, APQP and PPAP).
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
  • Experienced in conventional inspection equipment and 8D problem-solving processes.
  • Competent in Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable Skills:

  • Training as an internal auditor for AS9100 Rev D / ISO9001:2015.
  • 8D methodology training.
  • Familiarity with CMM inspection equipment, measuring arms, and other inspection technologies.
  • Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles.

Attributes:

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to mentor others effectively.
  • A team player with a flexible, methodical, and organized approach.
  • High attention to detail with a mindset focused on continuous improvement.
  • Ability to drive tasks to completion with a finisher mentality.
  • Open to change and adaptable to evolving circumstances.

Other Requirements:

  • A full driving license.
  • Willingness to travel within the UK at short notice to conduct onsite audits and address quality issues.
  • No Sponsorship.


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