Quality Control Technician-1

Quality Control Technician

Aerospace | Shildon

Full Time | Permanent

We are very excited to announce a fantastic new opportunity to join our Quality Control team based in Shildon, United Kingdom - the hub of our Aerospace business unit. This role will offer excellent exposure to participate in our laboratory support activities, testing materials at various stages of production. If you have a background in Quality Control, Chemistry (or similar), or Laboratory experience, we'd love to hear from you.

What we can offer:

• Excellent starting salary
• Annual site bonus structure
• Exposure to advanced, innovative coating solutions
• Full training and support
• Early / late shift patterns

Role Requirements:

• Compliance with all relevant EHS policies and standard operating procedures
• In-process and final testing of batches to required specifications
• Testing and approval of raw materials and 3rd party intermediates
•  Checking and recording of results
•  Approval of batches to fill and dispatch
•  Producing, checking and signing test reports where required
•  Checking and authorizing release documentation
•  Carrying out initial investigation of retain samples
•  Communicating progress updates and test information in the department and to other relevant stake holders
•  Statistical analysis of test data and contribution towards continuous improvement of methods and processes
• Support laboratory housekeeping and 5S initiatives
• Awareness of equipment and calibration status

Key Skills Needed:

• Prior laboratory experience (2+ years desired) and/or degree in relevant subject
•  Manufacturing experience (2+ years desired) 
•  Communication and problem solving skills
•  The ability to work unsupervised
• Attention to detail & Documentation completion

The job requires shift working patterns (potentially 3 shifts, currently 2 shifts) in order to fully support the needs of the business.

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. 
 
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.