What Jobs are available for Production in West Midlands?

What you’ll be doing (Quality Engineer / Quality Control Technician responsibilities):

• Carrying out hands-on inspections of incoming parts and finished products. 
• Manually checking components (sometimes in the hundreds or thousands per month).
• Using Excel spreadsheets to record and analyse inspection data.
• Assisting with supplier quality issues, reporting non-conformances, and supporting investigations. 
• Manage and oversee the calibration of inspection equipment. 
• Supporting customer quality checks, PPAP submissions, and internal audits. 
• Compile ISIR’s for PPAP submissions and product approvals.

What we’re looking for:

• An engineering qualification (degree, HNC, or similar) or some hands-on manufacturing/engineering experience. 
• A sharp eye for detail and patience to carry out repetitive inspection work accurately. 
• Confident IT skills (particularly Excel). 
• This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on and practical work, as it involves standing, bending, lifting up to 25 pounds, and occasionally working on their feet.
• An awareness of quality tools, such as PPAP, SPC, and FMEA, would be desirable. 

Why join?

• Global engineering business with strong career progression opportunities.
• Excellent training in quality tools and processes, build a long-term career in Quality Engineering.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Pension, life insurance, and other benefits upon completion of the probationary period.

Job Title: Quality Control Engineer

Location: Newcastle

Salary : Competitive

Our client is seeking a Quality Control Engineer to ensure that all products and services meet customer specifications, internal standards, and legal requirements. The role involves reviewing and creating work instructions, conducting thorough inspections throughout the production process, and driving the investigation and resolution of quality issues. This position plays a key role in maintaining the company's quality management and calibration systems, while liaising with customers, suppliers, and external inspectors to uphold the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and record comprehensive inspections on incoming materials, in-process work, and final products.
• Perform internal QMS and product-specific audits, coordinating inspections with external parties where required.
• Halt any process or delivery if quality compliance is at risk, immediately informing the Production Manager.
• Review and issue clear work instructions for contracts to meet customer and internal standards.
• Raise, review, and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), concession reports, and material certifications.
• Initiate and participate in investigations into warranty claims and quality problems, utilising Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Assess claims and coordinate corrective actions, driving continuous improvement to enhance processes and reduce waste.
• Maintain the company's Quality Management System (QMS) and monitor its effectiveness.
• Manage the equipment calibration system, performing internal calibrations and coordinating external ones.
• Liaise with customer representatives and suppliers to ensure adherence to all quality requirements.
• Collate data dossiers and support the Operations Manager in compiling and publishing KPIs.
• Advise staff on health and safety hazards and stop any unsafe actions observed.

Skills & Experience

• CSWIP 3.0 or higher is required.
• PCN Level II for MPI and DPI, or an equivalent qualification.
• Apprenticeship certificate in a relevant engineering discipline is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Experience within a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Proven experience dealing directly with external suppliers and customers.
• Familiarity with Quality Standards such as ISO 9001 and industry standards like ASME.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Enthusiastic, conscientious, results-orientated, self-motivated, with a "can-do" attitude.
• Able to develop strong working relationships with the team and customers.
• Excellent communicator at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a demanding environment.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Willingness to learn and apply company principles and tools, including operational control concepts (OCCs).

What you’ll be doing (Quality Engineer / Quality Control Technician responsibilities):

• Carrying out hands-on inspections of incoming parts and finished products. 
• Manually checking components (sometimes in the hundreds or thousands per month).
• Using Excel spreadsheets to record and analyse inspection data.
• Assisting with supplier quality issues, reporting non-conformances, and supporting investigations. 
• Manage and oversee the calibration of inspection equipment. 
• Supporting customer quality checks, PPAP submissions, and internal audits. 
• Compile ISIR’s for PPAP submissions and product approvals.

What we’re looking for:

• An engineering qualification (degree, HNC, or similar) or some hands-on manufacturing/engineering experience. 
• A sharp eye for detail and patience to carry out repetitive inspection work accurately. 
• Confident IT skills (particularly Excel). 
• This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on and practical work, as it involves standing, bending, lifting up to 25 pounds, and occasionally working on their feet.
• An awareness of quality tools, such as PPAP, SPC, and FMEA, would be desirable. 

Why join?

• Global engineering business with strong career progression opportunities.
• Excellent training in quality tools and processes, build a long-term career in Quality Engineering.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Pension, life insurance, and other benefits upon completion of the probationary period.

• Conducting visual inspections and functional tests on raw materials, in-process components, and finished goods.
• Utilising measuring instruments and testing equipment to verify product dimensions, tolerances, and performance characteristics against specifications.
• Documenting inspection results accurately and thoroughly in quality control logs and databases.
• Identifying non-conforming products and initiating the non-conformance reporting process.
• Working closely with production and engineering teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Participating in internal quality audits and supporting external audits.
• Maintaining a clean and organised inspection area, ensuring all equipment is calibrated and in good working order.
• Adhering to all company quality policies, procedures, and health and safety regulations.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality and reducing waste.
• Providing feedback to production teams regarding quality trends and areas for improvement.

Join our team at PepsiCo Coventry!

We’re looking for hands-on people to help us make some of the UK’s favourite snacks like Doritos and Wotsits. If you enjoy solving problems and working with machines, this could be a good job for you.

Working Hours

• Continental shift pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off.
• 42 hours/week on average, including weekends, bank holidays, and night shifts.
• 12-hour shifts.

• Operate the equipment in your area, keeping the line running smoothly.
• Keep machines running  efficiently  with regular checks and basic maintenance.
• Spot and report safety concerns.  
• Log issues and help solve them.  
• Switch equipment between products or batches.  
• Hand over information  to  the next shift.  

• Experience working in a production environment.  
• Ability to check equipment for defects and replace the basic parts.  
• Problem-solving skills (like fixing a minor machine issue).  
• Attention to safety.  
• Good communication  skills.  

Salary & Benefits  

• Annual salary:  £ 36 , 243 . 04  (including a 23.5% shift premium).   

• Quarterly  performance  bonuses .  

• Generous pension scheme : We double your contribution! You put in 5%, we add 10%.   

• Extended  fully paid  family leave : 10 weeks of parental leave and 26 weeks of extended leave.  

• Further benefits:  

• A  24-hour online GP  for you and your family,  

• Free virtual  physiotherapy,  

• A discounted  gym membership,  

• Long service rewards,  

• Critical illness cover,  

• Electric car scheme,  

• Staff shop with  great discounts on PepsiCo products,  

• Day off on your birthday,  

• Option  to buy/sell holiday leave.  

Apply now –  we’re  waiting to hear from you!  

Join our team at PepsiCo Coventry!

We’re looking for hands-on people to help us make some of the UK’s favourite snacks like Doritos and Wotsits. If you enjoy solving problems and working with machines, this could be a good job for you.

Working Hours

• Continental shift pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off.
• 42 hours/week on average, including weekends, bank holidays, and night shifts.
• 12-hour shifts.

• Operate the equipment in your area, keeping the line running smoothly.
• Keep machines running  efficiently  with regular checks and basic maintenance.
• Spot and report safety concerns.  
• Log issues and help solve them.  
• Switch equipment between products or batches.  
• Hand over information  to  the next shift.  

• Experience working in a production environment.  
• Ability to check equipment for defects and replace the basic parts.  
• Problem-solving skills (like fixing a minor machine issue).  
• Attention to safety.  
• Good communication  skills.  

Salary & Benefits  

• Annual salary:  £ 36 , 243 . 04  (including a 23.5% shift premium).   

• Quarterly  performance  bonuses .  

• Generous pension scheme : We double your contribution! You put in 5%, we add 10%.   

• Extended  fully paid  family leave : 10 weeks of parental leave and 26 weeks of extended leave.  

• Further benefits:  

• A  24-hour online GP  for you and your family,  

• Free virtual  physiotherapy,  

• A discounted  gym membership,  

• Long service rewards,  

• Critical illness cover,  

• Electric car scheme,  

• Staff shop with  great discounts on PepsiCo products,  

• Day off on your birthday,  

• Option  to buy/sell holiday leave.  

Apply now –  we’re  waiting to hear from you!  

Join our team at PepsiCo Coventry!

We’re looking for hands-on people to help us make some of the UK’s favourite snacks like Doritos and Wotsits. If you enjoy solving problems and working with machines, this could be a good job for you.

Working Hours

• Continental shift pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off.
• 42 hours/week on average, including weekends, bank holidays, and night shifts.
• 12-hour shifts.

• Operate the equipment in your area, keeping the line running smoothly.
• Keep machines running  efficiently  with regular checks and basic maintenance.
• Spot and report safety concerns.  
• Log issues and help solve them.  
• Switch equipment between products or batches.  
• Hand over information  to  the next shift.  

• Experience working in a production environment.  
• Ability to check equipment for defects and replace the basic parts.  
• Problem-solving skills (like fixing a minor machine issue).  
• Attention to safety.  
• Good communication  skills.  

Salary & Benefits  

• Annual salary:  £ 36 , 243 . 04  (including a 23.5% shift premium).   

• Quarterly  performance  bonuses .  

• Generous pension scheme : We double your contribution! You put in 5%, we add 10%.   

• Extended  fully paid  family leave : 10 weeks of parental leave and 26 weeks of extended leave.  

• Further benefits:  

• A  24-hour online GP  for you and your family,  

• Free virtual  physiotherapy,  

• A discounted  gym membership,  

• Long service rewards,  

• Critical illness cover,  

• Electric car scheme,  

• Staff shop with  great discounts on PepsiCo products,  

• Day off on your birthday,  

• Option  to buy/sell holiday leave.  

Apply now –  we’re  waiting to hear from you!  

Production Operative
Leominster (home of Tyrrells hand cooked potato crisps)
Shift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off
Hours: 12-hour shifts (6am–6pm / 6pm–6am)
Rotation: Days and nights

Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for Production Operatives to join our team at KP Snacks. Fancy being part of a group where your ideas matter and your growth is celebrated? Keep reading – this might just be your next adventure! 

The job entails carrying out a variety of factory skills safely and efficiently, using complex equipment to ensure production is maintained to the highest level. The role of Production Operative is wide-ranging and offers a great deal of variety with full training - you will be trained to operate the line (packing or process) complete daily routines, perform checks and report defects.

What’s in it for you? 

• Starting salary of £28,024.74 per annum, rising to £28,667.88 per annum after a successful probationary period.

• KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary

• 24 days holiday

• Comprehensive Healthcare Support – Access to a Medicash Health Cash Plan, including a Digital GP service, Best Doctors (Second Medical Opinion Service), and specialist Cancer Care for peace of mind when you need it most.

• KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools 

What will you be doing?  

• Operate complex machinery across either the frying or packing lines within a crisp manufacturing environment, ensuring production targets are met safely and efficiently.

• Monitor online data systems to maintain high production standards, reporting any defects or issues promptly.

• Apply strong problem-solving skills to resolve machine-related issues and minimise downtime.

• Complete daily routines, carry out quality checks, and maintain accurate records in line with site procedures.

• Receive full training and ongoing support, working as part of a friendly, collaborative team at our Leominster factory.

Who are we?   

Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies. 

Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you – we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together. 

Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us.  We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout.  

We’d love to hear from you if you can evidence the following knowledge, skills and experience:  

• Previous experience within manufacturing or the food industry (highly desirable)

• Level 2 in Food Safety for Manufacturing (desirable, although bespoke training is provided)

• A good standard of literacy and numeracy in English

• The ability to take ownership and accountability

• The ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

• Attention to detail and accuracy is imperative

• The ability to work independently as well as within a team

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