Document Controller

Job Title: Document Control Specialist

Location: Teesside, UK
Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 DOE
Benefits: Competitive package including pension, healthcare, and generous holiday allowance
Working Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday

Job Description:

As a Document Control Specialist, you’ll be responsible for maintaining the accuracy and organisation of Quality documentation to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements. You’ll manage document lifecycles, coordinate change approvals, and provide reliable document support across departments.

Key responsibilities of the Document Control Specialist include:

• Reviewing and verifying the accuracy of Quality and operational documentation.
• Managing document workflows in the electronic Quality Management System (eQMS) – creating, revising, and maintaining controlled documents.
• Monitoring document status and approvals to ensure timely completion.
• Daily scanning, filing, and indexing of documentation such as shipping records, inspection data, and reports.
• Maintaining and reconciling Device History Record (DHR) files and coordinating file closures.
• Generating monthly document control and training metrics reports.
• Processing daily training reports to track and confirm employee training completion.
• Preparing and coordinating off-site document storage via secure archiving systems.
• Supporting internal and external audits through accurate and accessible records.
• Contributing to continuous improvement projects within the Quality and Operations teams.

This Document Control Specialist position is ideal for someone highly organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills & Experience:

To be successful in the Document Control Specialist role, you should have:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a document control or quality administration role within manufacturing, engineering, or a regulated industry.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of ERP or document management systems (e.g., MasterControl, DocStar) is an advantage.
• A relevant qualification (HND, Associate or Bachelor’s degree) is preferred but not essential.

Why Should You Apply?

• Join a reputable and growing organisation offering stability and development.
• Work in a supportive and collaborative environment that values your contribution.
• Opportunity to build on your document control experience with genuine scope for progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, with room to grow as the business continues to expand.

If you’re an organised and detail-focused Document Control Specialist looking to make an impact in a professional and friendly team, apply today to take the next step in your career.

The Company:

An established and growing manufacturing business in Teesside is looking for a motivated Document Control Specialist to join their Quality team. This company is known for its supportive culture, high standards, and focus on operational excellence. You’ll be part of a close-knit team where attention to detail, organisation, and continuous improvement are valued and rewarded.