Kinetic plc
Quality Control Operative

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Quality Control Operative - Runcorn
Job Summary
Up to £13.82 per hour
Runcorn, England, North West
Temporary
Join a well-established manufacturing company in Runcorn as a Quality Operative. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to high standards of production and quality assurance.
Job Details
Job Type: Full-time, temporary
Start Date: Immediate
Pay Rate: £13.82 per hour
Shift Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7/8am start, 10h shift
Induction and Training: On site
Breaks: Paid
Key Responsibilities
- Perform critical quality checks across all active machinery on the shop floor
- Accurately record measurements and findings using internal software systems
- Communicate with Shift Supervisors and machine operators regarding any out-of-spec products
- Manage quarantined stock and coordinate rework or scrapping procedures
- Complete all quality documentation (paper-based and digital)
- Support calibration checks and ensure equipment is within inspection dates
- Assist the Quality Manager with customer complaints and investigations
- Conduct internal audits in line with the annual schedule
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What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in a quality control role within a manufacturing setting
- High attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality standards
- Confident communicator and team player
- Comfortable using software systems and maintaining accurate records
- Awareness of health & safety protocols in the workplace
PPE Requirements
- Candidates will be required to attend with safety shoes/boots and a high vis vest. If they don't have a vest, one will be provided but they will need to have safety shoes/boots.
- Safety goggles and gloves will be provided when required.


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For more information, please email Kamila on kamila.lewandowska@kinetic-plc.co.uk or call 01244 821 737.
About Kinetic plc
Kinetic plc is a Recruitment Consultancy with over 40 years of experience of delivering staffing solutions to the engineering, manufacturing and technical industries. Kinetic plc treats all applications with a high degree of care, we review all submissions and will attempt to contact applicants who match the job profile. Those that do not meet the specification may not be contacted but their CV retained to be considered against future opportunities. Kinetic Recruitment Services Ltd operates as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency as defined under the Employment Agencies Act 1973 IND1
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Job Reference: 972633
Contact: Kamila Lewandowska
Tel: 01244 821737
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