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Job Title: Quality Controller
Reports To: Quality Manager
Location: Bolton

Overview:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quality Controller (QC) to work for our client at their facility In Bolton. The role is heavily involved in ensuring products and services meet defined quality standards and functional requirements. This is an exciting role responsible for delivering and adhering to company quality processes, documentation, and inspection standards across all business activities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Non-conformance reports (NCRs) for shortages or defective goods received from clients.
• NCRs for non-conforming outsourced components.
• On-Time, In-Full (OTIF) delivery performance.
• Customer feedback and satisfaction.
• Timely resolution of customer issues.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Execute quality processes and procedures; report quality variances to the Quality Manager.
• Collaborate to ensure inspection methods and quality processes are fit for purpose.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and lessons learned reviews.
• Monitor and control calibrated items and verification tools.
• Ensure all inspected components are traceable to purchase orders or project numbers.
• Verify incoming goods (including kits) meet specifications and documentation requirements; reject defective items in a timely manner.
• Confirm certifications (Mill Certificates, Certificates of Conformity) are correct and traceable.
• Conduct supplier and vendor inspections as required.
• Identify, document, and report defects, deviations, and non-conformities.
• Conduct dimensional, visual, and functional inspections using equipment such as CMM arms, micrometers, and verniers.
• Maintain accurate quality records using defined systems (e.g., MRP, MyCompliance) or written formats.
• Inspect kits/components prior to issue and record anomalies.
• Assist in developing Quality Control inspection plans and routings.
• Perform inspections on internally produced components, including stock items, laser-cut plates, and pressed sections.
• Ensure inspections conform to quality plans, inspection and test plans, routings, and other controlling documents.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections, including weld inspections and verification of fabrication drawings.
• Ensure non-destructive testing (NDT) is completed when required, with reports logged appropriately.
• Inspect surface treatments to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Verify finished goods are undamaged, packed correctly, and documented for dispatch.
• Liaise with client inspection teams as needed.
• Produce and maintain NCRs, and assist with root cause investigations.
• Support project close-out reviews and lessons learned exercises.
• Comply with health and safety responsibilities, including monitoring hazardous substances where applicable.
• Perform any other ad hoc duties appropriate to the role.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience & Skills:

• Certified licenses for operating site-approved forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Apprentice trained or equivalent experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial environment.
• Skilled in selecting and using appropriate inspection equipment.
• Strong IT literacy, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills across all levels.
• Experienced in using inspection equipment such as CMM arms, micrometers, and verniers.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, procedures, and work instructions.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing tolerances and industry quality standards.
• Knowledge of materials and their properties.
• Excellent observational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and proactively set and monitor workloads.
• Team player with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Willingness to work additional hours when required to meet business goals.
• Strong commitment to promoting SHEQ values and contributing to team success.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Machinist /Fitter

Kidderminster

Competitive Salary

Overview:

We are currently recruiting for a Skilled Machinist/Fitter to work for our client at their facility in Kidderminster, the role is responsible for undertaking machining duties in line with quality standards and best engineering practices. The role ensures activities are carried out efficiently to meet delivery requirements and may include supporting peripheral activities such as assembly and packing.

Reporting & Relationships:

• Reports directly to the Works Manager or Production Planning Manager.
• Liaises with all internal departments as necessary.
• Participates proactively in internal and external quality audits.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Fully commit to achieving company policies and objectives, with a focus on quality and safety.
• Carry out duties safely, efficiently, economically, and effectively.
• Ensure workshop equipment, machinery, and tools are maintained according to planned schedules and are safe to use.
• Ensure personnel are adequately trained and competent to perform delegated tasks in line with quality and safety standards.
• Maintain good housekeeping and organization of the working area.
• Recommend improvements to existing working practices where appropriate.
• Advise on renewal or replacement of plant and equipment as needed.
• Maintain adequate levels of production consumables.
• Obtain approval from senior management for any expenditure commitments.
• Demonstrate safe working practices at all times for both internal staff and visitors.
• Display flexibility and a positive approach to tasks as required.
• Follow reasonable instructions and tasks from senior personnel, in line with job responsibilities and company objectives.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience operating machinery such as vertical/horizontal borers, lathes, and drilling machines.
• Maths and English GCSE grade 4/5 (or equivalent) preferred but not essential.

Key Competencies:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional personal presentation.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Initiative and proactive approach.
• Reliability and dependability.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Commitment to health and safety practices.

Benefit:

• Performance-related bonus.
• Pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Life insurance (death in service).
• 23 days holiday (19 floating, 4 fixed) + additional service days, bank holidays, and birthday leave (after two years of service).
• Training and development opportunities.
• Free eye tests and contribution towards lenses/spectacles for VDU users, if applicable.
• Company-sponsored social events.
• Corporate gym discounts.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Warehouse Operative - PM Shift 

Worcester Based

Band 4

About the Job

The Company

Our client, Yamazaki Mazak is a leading global manufacturing company based in Worcester.

This is an excellent opportunity to work for a market leading Machine Tool manufacturer who have been at the forefront of the industry for many years.

Jonathan Lee Workforce Solutions are the preferred supplier to Mazak.

Job Description

The Role

The Warehouse Operative is responsible for carrying out a range of duties to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the warehouse. This includes receiving, storing, and dispatching goods, maintaining inventory levels, and ensuring that all warehouse processes are conducted safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Picking Transfer orders
• Pick all requested Transfer orders in accordance with Productions daily requirements.
• Ensure accuracy in picking and packing to minimize errors and adapt a RFT culture.
• Prepare orders for delivery, including labelling and documentation.

Inventory Management

• Conduct regular stock checks and report discrepancies.
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Participate in inventory audits as required.

Health and Safety

• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely and responsibly.
• Report any safety hazards or incidents to the Warehouse Team leader/Supervisor.

General Duties

• Assist in Daily activity of 5s and maintain a high level of cleanliness of the warehouse.
• Provide support to other warehouse staff when required.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance warehouse operations.

Kanban

• Understands Kanban route and can audit compliance of racks to standard.
• Able to create transfer orders for Kanban in AX.
• Competent in interrogating AX to understand stock and purchase order transactions and history.
• Competent communicator across the business to progress and chase deliveries when stock is low.
• Able to identify problems of discrepancies of usage in Kanban setup.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

•  Ability to work effectively as part of a team. 
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.

Desirable Criteria

• Previous experience in a warehouse or logistics role is preferred.
• Basic computer skills for using various warehouse management systems and other software.

The Reward

The successful candidate can also expect the following:

 Join a successful, multi-national manufacturing company.

Excellent career potential.

25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays.

X2 Salary Life Insurance Package and Well Being Programmes.

Aviva Pension.

Free Uniform.

Free Parking.

Subsidised Restaurant on site.

Pay for the role is £14.85 per hour and the pay rate includes shift allowance.

Overtime is paid at Time 1/3 first 2 hours then Time 1/2 thereafter each day. Saturday is Time 1/2 and Sunday Double Time.

Hours for the role are a set PM Shift which is - 2:00pm - 10:30pm Monday to Thursday and Friday is 2:00pm - 8:00pm.

If this Warehouse Operative role sounds like the right opportunity for you then please call to discuss further or email me at the address provided.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.