Quality Control Operator

Sewell Moorhouse Recruitment; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Sewell Wallis are working with a well-established manufacturing business based in Wakefield who are currently looking for an experienced Quality Control Operator to join on a permanent basis.

In this role, you will deal with product safety, any compliance legislation, plus a number of other ad-hoc tasks. The role is extremely varied and would suit a person who is a team player. The company are happy to consider people looking to work 4 days or full-time.

What will you be doing?

1. Ensuring all products meet UK and EU safety standards, including conformity to regulations.
2. Reviewing and interpreting safety standards, regulations, and product documentation to ensure compliance with UK/EU legislation.
3. Maintaining and updating compliance records for all products, ensuring documentation is complete and up-to-date (e.g., safety assessments, CE/UKCA markings, test reports, and certificates of conformity).
4. Prepare product safety reports and liaise with manufacturers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance.
5. Conducting internal audits and inspections.
6. Investigating safety incidents or product recalls, if applicable, and preparing reports for regulatory bodies when necessary.

What skills are we looking for?

1. Proven experience in a quality control role, ideally within manufacturing.
2. Prior experience in compliance, quality assurance, or safety management.
3. Strong attention to detail with the ability to interpret complex regulations.
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
5. Strong IT skills.

What's on offer?

1. Option to work over 4 days or full-time.
2. Free on-site parking.
3. Annual bonus.

Send us your CV below or contact Becky Gibson for more information.