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Are you passionate about quality and eager to make a real impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment?

We're currently working with a highly reputable manufacturing business based in Ashbourne that is looking to appoint a proactive and detail-driven Quality Technician to support its quality function. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company where you'll work closely with production teams and play a key role in maintaining high product standards.

If you're looking for a hands-on role with real development potential, this could be the perfect fit.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out laboratory tests and in-process quality checks to generate accurate and reliable data.
Work alongside production teams to advise on and resolve quality issues during live production.
Perform routine analytical and inspection tasks in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Prepare and test samples; operate and maintain lab and quality equipment.
Accurately record results and report findings to senior team members.
Maintain excellent housekeeping standards and ensure the laboratory is fully resourced.
Communicate quality updates and concerns effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Stay up to date with relevant technical developments and maintain safe working practices.
Deliver all assigned work on time and in line with quality expectations.
Support with additional tasks as required within the quality function.What We're Looking For:

Experience working within or closely alongside a production environment.
Confident advising on quality issues and contributing to real-time problem-solving on the shop floor.
GCSEs in Maths and Science (A-C) are desirable but not essential.
Previous experience in a laboratory or quality control setting is beneficial - full training will be provided.
Highly methodical with excellent attention to detail and a strong sense of responsibility.
A strong team player with great communication skills and a flexible, can-do attitude.
Able to manage workload independently and meet deadlines under pressure.If you're ready to take the next step in your quality career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV or get in touch for a confidential chat to learn more about the role.

At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions.

We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.

Our commitment:

Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.

Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes

Job Info

Job Title:

Quality Technician

Company:

Morgan Ryder Associates

Location:

Posted:

Closes:

Jul 20th 2025

Sector:

Manufacturing & Surveying

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

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