Quality Technician

Quality Control Technician Location: Norwich Full-Time | Temporary 3 – 6 months About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quality Control Technician to join a well-established engineering and manufacturing business. Working within the Quality Department, you will play a key role in ensuring that components, assemblies, and finished products meet stringent quality standards and engineering specifications. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused individual who enjoys working in a hands-on manufacturing environment and is passionate about continuous improvement, accuracy, and maintaining the highest levels of product quality. Key Responsibilities • Carry out inspections of purchased goods both at supplier premises and upon receipt, completing all required documentation and reports. • Inspect in-house manufactured components to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and specifications. • Perform inspections during the build process, on final assemblies, and on returned equipment. • Conduct dimensional checks and investigations as required, recording findings accurately. • Undertake calibration of measuring instruments, including micrometres, verniers, pressure gauges, and other precision tools. • Maintain calibration records and procedures in line with business requirements. • Monitor and report on temperature control within the standards room. • Ensure all quality activities are completed accurately, efficiently, and within agreed timescales. • Adhere to all health and safety procedures and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment. • Support the wider Quality team and undertake additional duties as reasonably required. About You To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience within a Quality Control position in a manufacturing or engineering environment and be confident using a range of inspection and measurement equipment. Essential Requirements • Previous experience working in a Quality Control role. • Experience using and programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM). • Knowledge of calibration methods for mechanical tooling. • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. • Experience using a variety of measuring instruments, including: • Internal and external micrometres • Depth gauges • Verniers • Measuring equipment up to 1.5 metres • Experience working within a manufacturing environment. • Competent user of Microsoft Office and business IT systems. • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. • High level of attention to detail and accuracy. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work to challenging deadlines. • Self-motivated with a proactive approach. • Strong team player with a desire to contribute to business success. Hours & Salary • 7.45 – 4.30 Monday – Thursday 7.45 – 12.15 Friday • £13.73 - £15 per hour What We're Looking For We're seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual who takes pride in quality, enjoys solving problems, and thrives in a fast-paced engineering environment. You'll be confident working independently while also collaborating effectively with colleagues across the business. Apply Today If you have a strong background in quality inspection, calibration, and manufacturing processes, and are looking for your next challenge within a successful engineering organisation, we'd love to hear from you.