Quality Assurance Specialist

1 month ago


Ely, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Thorlabs Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Quality Inspector to join our team at Thorlabs. As a Quality Inspector, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality of our products and processes, working closely with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct incoming and outgoing inspections of components and assemblies to ensure compliance with dimensional and visual specifications.
  • Operate manual measuring equipment and assist in developing SOPs and clear methodologies for inspection.
  • Liaise with production team leaders to identify and resolve quality issues.
  • Escalate repeated quality process-related concerns to the Quality Engineering team for root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
  • Maintain effective communication with suppliers and internal and external customers regarding RMA, NCR, and corrective action reports.
  • Coordinate and communicate with internal and external RMA and Quality teams to ensure compliance of products.
  • Carry out administrative tasks such as raising NCRs, corrective actions reports, and logging faults.
  • Assist with stock control in the RMA and Q1 warehouses and process RMA sales orders.
Requirements
  • Good understanding of metrology and previous use of measuring tools and equipment.
  • Understanding of software and measurement systems, as well as detail-oriented skills with ability to interpret technical drawings and documentation.
  • Computer literate with experience using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to multitask, time manage, and work independently, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
What We Offer

At Thorlabs, we offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits package, including pension, health care, and 25 days holiday plus public holidays. We also provide opportunities for in-house customized training and development that accelerates your career progression.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Please submit your application, including your CV and a covering letter, to Human Resources at Thorlabs Ltd, 204 Lancaster Way Business Park, Ely, Cambs, CB6 3NX or email recruitment@thorlabs.com.



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