Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to join our aluminium windows and doors manufacturing team. The successful candidate will inspect materials, components, and finished products at various stages of production to ensure they meet company specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements. This role is key to maintaining product quality, reducing defects, and supporting continuous improvement across the production floor.
Duties
- Inspect raw materials (aluminium profiles, glass, hardware, seals) upon delivery for defects or non-conformance.
- Carry out in-process quality checks at each production stage (cutting, machining, welding/fabrication, glazing, assembly).
- Perform final inspection of completed windows and doors before dispatch, checking dimensions, finish, sealing, and functionality.
- Use measuring tools (calipers, gauges, tape measures) to verify products meet technical drawings and tolerances.
- Record inspection results, defects, and non-conformances in QA logs/reports.
- Identify root causes of recurring defects and escalate to production supervisors/management.
- Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., BS EN 14351-1, BSI kitemark, or other applicable UK/EU standards).
- Support internal audits and assist with ISO 9001 documentation, if applicable.
- Liaise with production and design teams to resolve quality issues.
- Maintain calibration records for testing/measuring equipment.
- Assist with customer complaint investigations related to product quality
Skills
- Previous experience in a QA/QC role, ideally within manufacturing, fabrication, or fenestration (windows/doors) industry.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to spot defects quickly.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Competent using measuring/inspection tools.
- Good written communication for accurate reporting.
- Basic IT skills (Excel, quality management software/logs).
- Understanding of quality standards and processes (ISO 9001 knowledge a plus).
- Problem-solving mindset and ability to work both independently and within a team.
- Physically able to stand/move around a production environment and lift components as needed.
Desirable
- Knowledge of aluminium fabrication processes.
- NVQ/qualification in Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, or Engineering.
- Experience with CAD drawings
Join us in ensuring that every product meets our rigorous quality standards! Your dedication will help us deliver safe, reliable products that delight our customers every time.
Pay: £33,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- UK visa sponsorship
Education:
Work Location: In person
