About Kennametal
With over 85 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Learn more at kennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.
Quality Technician
The purpose of the Quality Technician is to protect customers from non-quality by ensuring that products and practices comply with applicable regulations, customer requirements and Kennametal standards, and promoting a culture of prevention and anticipation.
The Quality Technician is responsible for performing laboratory tests and inspections to ensure that raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products meet established quality standards. This role involves maintaining accurate documentation, calibrating lab equipment, and supporting compliance with regulatory and company requirements. Cross-functional working will be required between quality control, quality assurance, labelling and packing.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct chemical and mechanical testing of all raw materials, intermediate in-process materials, and finished products in accordance with established protocols and procedures.
- Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of all raw materials, intermediate in-process materials, and finished products when
- Maintain sample traceability and proper documentation in LIMS or other systems to ensure data integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency in laboratory settings. Maintain all documentation, data, and record-keeping.
- Monitoring and replenishing stock, reagents, and consumables. Carry out material transactions using SAP.
- Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instruments, ensuring accuracy and reliability of results
- Analyse data and report on any trends, using this data to propose any changes or improvements to the current process.
- Drive continuous improvement by capitalising on factual data and feedback, and providing the necessary support for all company functions
- Assist as a team member in problem-solving activities for manufacturing product quality issues and measures
- Participate in laboratory meetings, trainings, and professional development activities to stay updated on industry trends and best practices.
- Ensure 5S standards are maintained in the laboratory and office areas by undertaking housekeeping tasks, maintaining and repairing equipment, and participating in ISO audits when required.
- Liaise with the Quality Manager regarding any occurrences likely to cause a breakdown or any disruption in the laboratory activities.
- Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gloves, etc.).
Requirements:
Required:
- 1-3 years of working experience.
- Experience in industrial environment.
- Quality Control experience.
- Knowledge in science field.
- Able to work in a team and also independently.
- Experience in data analysis and maintaining data and records.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Excel or similar.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001.
Desirable:
- Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Quality Management Systems.
- Internal auditor ISO 9001, GMP, and ISO/IEC 17025.
- Experience using laboratory equipment, for example, LECO, XRF analysis.
- Able to read technical drawings is desirable, although training will be provided.
- SAP skills are advantageous, although training will be provided.
Location:
- Leeway Industrial Estate, Newport
Benefits:
- Holiday entitlement
- Company sick pay
- Pension
- Private medical insurance / Health Cash Plan
- Life insurance - Death in Service cover
- Prescription Safety Glasses / Eye tests
- Employee Impact Awards / Sports & Social Club
Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer
