Quality Inspector Nottingham, England
Job description
Who is Progress Rail? What do we do?
We are Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, specialists in precision heavy engineering. One of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit systems products worldwide. From our UK manufacturing operations in Nottingham, Sheffield and South Queensferry we supply a range of specialist products into the rail network in the UK and overseas.
As an industry leader we are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring continued success for the future. Build a long-term career with helpful training, supportive mentors, professional development, and study assistance support.
The Role:
The QA team are recruiting for a collaborative individual to ensure quality assurance plans are always followed. You will be responsible for conducting inspections, testing’s and supervising activities to guarantee products manufactured meet the quality standards of the company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, Coordinate and perform routine inspection activities against weekly/master production plan including first off, in-process and final inspection of machined components, sub-assemblies and final layout in line with Quality work instructions and procedures.
- Conduct Supplier source inspections, first article inspection (FAIR) and support supply chain management (SCM) activities including Incoming Quality Audits (IQA) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).
- Undertake Project and product planning in line with Customer requirements, standard and specification. Prepare and implement Quality Plans, Inspection and Testing as required by project.
- Conduct pre-client final inspections and prepare final quality doc-pack to plan and facilitate Client inspections on-site against order as required/requested.
- Ensure effective implementation and maintenance of Calibration database including liaising with UKAS laboratory for calibration of master equipment’s. Handling in-house calibration, identification and control of all equipment’s necessary to verify product conformance.
- Follow NC process for nonconformance reporting, issuing reports and monitoring corrective / preventive measures for effectiveness.
- Assist in monitoring NC database with root cause analysis (RCA), Corrective / preventive measures (CAPA) to generate NC trends as required/requested for COPQ report.
- Check and validate product conformance records prior to their electronic retention and compile them into Quality Data Pack (COC bundle) for projects against Customer requirements.
- Draft, Develop, Improve and Maintain Quality inspection procedures and work instruction in liaison with process stakeholders and support services.
- Carry out internal process audits as per master audit plan and assist in preparation for external audits and visits.
- Assist in Product and Process Qualification development by performing, coordinating Internal and External Testing (non-destructive and destructive) and drafting test reports for Customer Approval.
Skills and Experience:
- Experience as Quality Inspector or similar role within manufacturing environment.
- Qualification or Time served in an engineering discipline essential with C&G 743 desirable.
- Self-starter, able to work to time scales with minimum supervision.
- Sound inspection abilities including component measurement, reporting and evaluation against specifications, drawings and standards.
- Knowledge of instrument calibration essential with experience desirable.
- Knowledge of ISO standards, Internal Audits, Integrated Systems and Procedural requirements
- Previous experience of product verification against relevant standards and specifications. NPI experience desirable.
- Knowledge of Quality tools desirable (SPC, 8D, RCA, CAPA, etc.)
- Familiar with Hardness testing, CNC machining, Welding and Forging process.
- Knowledge of NDT techniques, Qualification desirable (ideally PCN level-II / ASNT in UT and MPI of welds and forgings).
What you’ll get in return:
In addition to working for an industry leader, with a great working environment and knowledgeable colleagues, we also offer:
- Highly competitive and negotiable salaries, depending on suitability and experience
- Company funded external qualifications
- 33 days holiday per annum, pro rate (inclusive of bank/public holidays)
- Company pension scheme with up to a 7% employer contribution
- Company funded life assurance of 3 times your annual salary
- Professional and leadership development
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to a variety of discounts on your favourite shops, car insurance, holidays and much more via Caterpillar Advantage
- Employee recognition scheme
What’s next?
Progress Rail is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We value and embrace diversity of thought, background and unique experiences and we pride ourselves on an inclusive workforce and culture.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £35,000.00-£37,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Flexitime
Experience:
- Quality Inspector: 3 years (preferred)
- Mechanical engineering: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: One location
