Job Title: Quality Assistant
Salary: £25k-£30k
Location: Warmley, Bristol
This is a fixed 1 year contract
Syntech Recruitment are currently working with a long- standing client who are looking to expand their team and are looking for an Quality Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a world leader within calibration and metrology and to build and develop your skills
Experience:
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Experience in a quality-related role, preferably within a regulated environment.
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Knowledge of QMS principles and ISO 9001 (or other relevant quality standards).
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Strong administrative skills, including document control experience.
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Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Skills:
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Basic understanding of quality management systems such as ISO/IEC 9001 & ISO/IEC 17025.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to train and mentor staff.
Key Competencies
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Assist in maintaining and updating QMS documentation, including policies, procedures, and work instructions.
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Support internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and tracking corrective actions.
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Monitor compliance with ISO 9001 (or other relevant quality standards) and assist in implementing quality improvements.
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Manage document control, ensuring all quality records are up-to-date and properly stored.
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Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action processes.
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Generate and analyze quality reports to support continuous improvement initiatives.
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Assist in handling customer complaints and non-conformance reports (NCRs).
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Perform administrative tasks related to the QMS, such as scheduling meetings and updating databases.
Roles and Responsibilities
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Ensure the company's Quality Management System is defined, implemented, audited, and monitored to comply with customers’ quality standards as well as BS EN ISO 9001 & BS EN ISO 17025.
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Work closely with the Technical, Quality & Risk Manager and other departments to identify and address issues.
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Maintain the Quality Manual and all documents within the quality system.
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Identify deviations from the quality management system or laboratory procedures.
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Ensure the integrity of the management system is maintained during changes.
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Evaluate the effectiveness of policies and procedures using key performance indicators.
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Record and analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
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Develop and implement corrective actions to address quality issues.
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Maintain accurate records and documentation of quality assurance activities.
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Participate in the development and review of quality control procedures and policies.
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Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
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Monitor supplier quality to ensure compliance with requirements.
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Participate in cross-functional teams to improve quality and reduce costs.
Syntech Recruitment Limited: We act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers
