Quality Technician

Why Kennametal?

For over eight decades, our employees have helped customers around the world manufacture with precision and efficiency to build everything from airplanes to electric vehicles to medical devices. Our commitment to excellence isn't just a goal; it's ingrained in everything we do. We believe in the power of collaboration and individual accountability, where every voice is valued, and each team member plays a crucial role in shaping our future. Together, we push the boundaries of what's possible, driving change and transforming how everyday life is built.

Quality Technician

The purpose of the Quality Laboratory 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.
• 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.
• Able to understand engineering drawings
• Knowledge in calibration
• Experience with dimensional inspection
• Good MS Office skills
• Right to work in UK

Desirable:

• Knowledge in ISO 9001, GMP, and ISO/IEC 17025.
• Experience using laboratory equipment, for example, LECO, XRF analysis.
• Experience in CMM Machine
• SAP skills are advantageous

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