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Role: Quality Inspector
Start date: Immediate
Location: Saxmundham, Suffolk
Hours: 07:15-16:30, Mon-Thurs with a half day finish on Fridays
Salary: 35,000 (negotiable)
A market-leading manufacturer is looking for a Inspector to join its growing Quality team. This is a hands-on role focused on maintaining high standards across the production process, ensuring compliance with ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and FDA regulations.
You'll be responsible for incoming, in-process, and final inspections, working with production & engineering to ensure only the highest quality products are released. Ideal for someone with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for improvement within a regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform mechanical, physical, and visual inspection of raw materials, in-process parts, and finished products
- Approve components and products against specifications and documented standards
- Maintain and input accurate inspection records into the database
- Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
- Conduct equipment calibration checks and maintain sterility management requirements
- Communicate findings clearly with production and engineering teams
- Assist in staff training on assurance processes and techniques
Requirements:
- Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and cGMP/FDA systems
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience with inspection tools and documentation processes
- Able to work independently and manage daily tasks with minimal supervision
- Previous experience in a medical, biotech, or manufacturing environment preferred
Desirable:
- Previous lab or microbiology experience
- Understanding of sterilization processes and wound care/diagnostic products
- Familiarity with non-conformance reporting and root cause investigations
- Exposure to regulated industries (e.g. medical device manufacturing)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality databases
Benefits:
- Annual salary review
- Quarterly profit share scheme
- Starting 23 days annual leave
- Dental scheme
- Overtime paid at increased rates
For any questions, please contact Carl @ Prime Appointments, I look forward to hearing from you.
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