Who are we
Summit Oxygen is a UK-based company that specialises in the design, development and manufacture of supplementary oxygen systems for high-altitude use, serving explorers and adventurers around the world. Operating for over 20 years, the company produces equipment trusted for extreme environments such as Himalayan mountaineering and aviation projects. Summit Oxygen combines prototyping, quality manufacturing, and strong supplier partnerships to deliver reliable systems that support performance and safety at altitude.
Job Overview
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Quality, Goods In & Stock Controller to join our team. This role is critical to ensuring that incoming components, in-process assemblies, and finished products meet required quality and cleanliness standards, while also supporting stock control and production activities.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong eye for detail and an interest in quality, inspection and manufacturing processes within a growing and dynamic organisation committed to excellence.
Responsibilities
Goods In:
- Inspect incoming components to ensure they are manufactured to specification.
- Measure parts using inspection equipment such as Keyence systems, vernier calipers, micrometers, go/no-go gauges and mating parts.
- Carry out visual inspections and complete Validation and ISIR reports.
- Identify, quarantine and report non-conforming parts.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings.
Oxygen Cleaning:
- Manage the Goods In process for parts flagged for oxygen cleaning.
- Perform ultrasonic cleaning to meet CAT 1 or CAT 2 cleanliness standards.
Final Product Inspection:
- Carry out final quality checks before products are released for dispatch.
- Ensure products are built to drawing, correctly labelled and free from damage.
- Raise any quality issues with production so they can be resolved.
- Package, label and box approved products for dispatch.
Stock Control & Kitting:
- Monitor and manage stock levels.
- Prepare and deliver kits to production.
- Identify shortages and report low stock levels.
- Carry out annual or bi-annual stock checks.
Support in Production:
- Assist in production activities during quieter periods, as required.
- Gain hands-on understanding of assembly processes to improve inspection effectiveness and product knowledge.
Experience
- Previous experience in quality inspection, stock control or a manufacturing/production environment is advantageous but not essential; full training will be provided.
- Experience using measuring equipment or reading engineering drawings is desirable.
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work methodically and follow procedures accurately.
About you
- A proactive approach to quality assurance and continuous improvement.
- Ability to manage workload and prioritise tasks effectively.
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
- Reliable, motivated, can-do attitude and keen to develop skills within a manufacturing/production environment.
- Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to move between tasks while maintaining focus and accuracy.
Benefits
- On-site free parking.
- Sick Pay.
- Annual pay reviews.
- Annual leave increases with length of service, plus bank holidays.
- Christmas bonus.
- Early finish on Friday's.
Working Hours
- Monday - Thursday: 9:00 - 17:00
- Friday: 9:00 - 15:00
Due to the location of the office, a valid driving license and access to a car are highly recommended .
Closing date for applications is 31st July 2026
Due to the amount of applications, if you have not heard back by 7th August 2026, please assume you have been unsuccessful with this application.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £27,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Due to the nature of the work we do, certain roles may require background checks, such as a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. If this is required for the position, would you be confident that you could meet the necessary criteria to pass such checks?
Language:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
