Quality control inspector
JOB_53827474781338Job type
TemporaryLocation
SittingbourneWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
LogisticsIndustry
Supply Chain & LogisticsPay
£12.21 - £14.33
Quality control inspector
Quality Control Inspector
Full-Time | Rotational Shift Pattern | Monday–Friday
Are you looking to build your career in a successful and growing manufacturing environment? We are an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of specialist plastic building and plumbing systems used throughout the UK construction sector. We are now seeking a Quality Control Inspector to join our busy team.
As a key member of the Quality function, you will monitor product quality, support production teams, and help maintain the company’s Quality Management System.
Working Hours
This is a full-time role working Monday to Friday on a rotational 3‑shift basis. Each shift includes a paid 30-minute break (one 10‑minute and one 20‑minute break).
Shifts rotate weekly as follows:
- 7am – 3pm
- 3pm – 11pm
- 11pm – 7am
Key Responsibilities
Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Carrying out and recording production inspections, including start‑ups, in‑process checks, and last‑off inspections in line with ISO9001 procedures.
- Monitoring and checking products assembled and barcoded via automatic assembly machines and manual processes.
- Conducting perpetual stock checks for goods moving from production to stores.
- Collecting and reporting production scrap each shift.
- Assisting with Goods Inwards activities when required.
- Supporting the inspection of export orders prior to despatch.
- Undertaking product testing for production, batch release of purchased goods, and new product development.
- Helping maintain Product Specification Sheets within the company’s business system.
- Entering data into the Quality Management System.
- Supporting the Quality and QUESH Managers in maintaining Health & Safety and Environmental procedures.
About You
You thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and can adapt to changing priorities. You take pride in accuracy and enjoy contributing to efficient operations.
You will also have:
- Good literacy and strong written and verbal English skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to multitask effectively.
- Confidence to work independently or as part of a team, even under pressure.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Previous experience in quality or manufacturing is beneficial but not essential—full training is provided.
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Hourly rate when getting taken on with my client is: £14.33, rising to £14.67 after successful completion of a 6‑month probation (inclusive of rotational shift premium)
- Christmas bonus (dependent on company performance)
- Training and development opportunities
- Company pension scheme
- Share Incentive Plan (SIP) — opportunity to become a shareholder
- Access to a benefits platform offering wellbeing, health, and savings options
If you are interested in this role please call James on 01622235981 or email your CV to james.beck@hays.com
Quality control inspectorJOB_538274747813382026-03-192026-06-17
Talk to James Beck, the specialist consultant managing this position
Located in Maidstone, Unit 24, Hollingworth Court, Turkey Mill, Ashford RoadTelephone 01622235691Click here to access our Privacy Policy, which provides detailed information on how we use and protect your personal information, and your rights in relation to this.
JOB_53827474781338