Quality Technician / Engineer

The Opportunity - Quality Technician /Engineer

About the role:

The engine development facility within the JCB Group Engineering is responsible for the design, development of the JCB engines for both JCB and OEM applications. Due to the ongoing continuous improvement, we are moving towards the implementation of ISO17025, we are looking for a Quality Technician/Engineer to assist with the implementation and then the maintenance of this, within our award winning diesel and hydrogen engines development facility. Reporting into the Facilities quality lead, this position will join our professional, dynamic team to support the delivery of business objectives through the development and implementation of excellent quality practices.

What does this role involve day to day?

· Day to day management and calibration of our instruments.

· Liaising with calibration suppliers, packaging and shipping instruments out for calibration and repair.

· Checking of certificates, booking in and storage of instruments

· Assisting with the development and then the maintenance of the ISO17025 standard

· Ensuring all processes required to meet the higher levels required by the regulatory bodies are fulfilled.

· Ensuring all servicing and calibration of equipment and instrumentation is done to the required standards (ISO/IEC 17025 & regulatory type approval) and within the planned time periods.

· Ensuring all documentation is created and maintained for the above.

· Conducting internal audits and support in the management of third party suppliers.

This will be suited to you if

· You have knowledge of ISO quality systems, 8D process is considered essential.

· The ideal candidate will be trained to Internal Auditor level.

· You can demonstrate extensive knowledge of engine development lab, instrumentation.

· You have knowledge of Diesel engine operation, preferably in an off-highway environment would be a significant advantage. 

What happens next?

Ordinarily, our Resourcing Team reviews and shortlists CVs. If shortlisted, you’ll speak to one of our Recruiters to discuss the role further. Our interview process usually consists of an initial teams interview followed by an in-person interview. We’ll keep in touch throughout the process but if you have any questions, please get in touch at recruitment@jcb.com 

What’s in it for you?

This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At JCB you don’t just get a competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday and access to our company pension—you can also use our onsite gym, in-house doctor, dentist and visiting optician. We have an ULEV car scheme available for our employees too. Then there’s the JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers. Feel like biking to work? There’s our Cycle to Work Scheme.

We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We’re committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face any accessibility challenges with your online application and require additional support, you have the option of speaking to a member of our Recruitment Team who can support you to complete an application in an alternative format. If you would benefit from this support, please email recruitment@jcb.com, and a member of the team will be in touch.

Recruitment Agencies: JCB does not accept any speculative approaches to present candidates for advertised vacancies.