54 Quality Assurance jobs in Kingsbury

• Annual Salary: 12.50 per hour
• Location: Enfield
• Job Type: Permanent

We are seeking a QA/QC Lab Assistant to join our team on a permanent basis. This role is ideal for candidates who are excellent communicators, hard workers, and effective team players. Experience in Food Manufacturing is not required, making this a great opportunity for those looking to enter the field.

• Actively participate in the QC (Lab) Department.
• Assist in maintaining factory standards to ensure compliance with Food Safety Standards and company processes.
• Work collaboratively within the team to support various lab functions and projects.

• No previous experience in Food Manufacturing necessary.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to maintaining high quality and safety standards.

• Monday - Friday (37.5-hour week).
• Shift patterns include:
  • 6am-2pm
  • 7am-3pm
  • 8am-4pm
  • 9.30am-5.30pm

• Competitive salary.
• Stable employment with a structured work schedule.
• Opportunity to develop skills in a supportive environment.

To apply for the QA/QC Lab Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your interest in the role and any relevant skills or experiences. Apply today for an immediate start!

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 20 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)
• Workplace pension
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Access to high street discounts via our mobile friendly HapiApp benefits platform
• Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services
• Support and reimbursement of your revalidation costs and NMC annual fees.

• Apply your knowledge of the Health & Social Care Act, associated regulations, and the CQC Single Assessment Framework to support safe, high-quality care for older people, whilst drawing on your experience in adult social care/care home environments to work flexibly and responsively, adapting to organisational priorities and service needs.
• Monitor risks, incidents, and safeguarding concerns, ensuring learning is captured and acted upon to improve resident safety, while embedding a culture of continuous learning by sharing best practices, benchmarking against sector standards, and maintaining services in an inspection-ready state at all times.
• Oversee the completion, presentation, and review of quality compliance audits in line with the CQC regulatory framework, producing clear reports and presenting findings to the Board, regulators, and stakeholders to provide assurance, transparency, and evidence of consistently high care standards across all allocated services.
• Gather, analyse, and interpret data to identify trends, report on performance, and recommend actions that enhance service delivery.
• Support Home Managers by working collaboratively with colleagues and external stakeholders, building positive relationships and leaving a confident impression on residents, families, and partners to promote the quality of our care and services.
• Lead and support projects, contributing to the development and implementation of policies and procedures, while playing an active role in initiatives that strengthen care quality, efficiency, and outcomes across the service.
• Gather feedback from residents, families, staff, and other professionals to inform quality improvements and support the delivery of person-centred, responsive care.

• In-depth knowledge of the Health & Social Care Act, associated regulations, and older people's policies, with applied understanding of the CQC Single Assessment Framework (essential)
• Proven track record in a quality, compliance, or management role within adult social care or care home settings, with the ability to adapt to organisational priorities (essential)
• Holding or working towards a relevant qualification, such as NVQ Level 5 in Health and Social Care or a recognised Management qualification (essential)
• Skilled in gathering, interpreting, and reporting data to evidence compliance, support decision-making, and drive continuous improvement (essential)
• Experienced in training, coaching, and mentoring, with excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong, professional relationships with residents, families, colleagues, and external partners (essential)
• Positive, well-organised, and outcome-focused, able to work under pressure and flexibly, including evenings and occasional weekends (essential)
• Registered Nurse with a valid NMC Pin and relevant post-registration experience (desirable)
• Practical experience in leading and supporting projects, ideally within a social care setting (desirable)
• Experience in developing and implementing policies, procedures, and care-related initiatives that drive continuous improvement (desirable)

Quality Assurance Engineer

Location: Stevenage

Salary: Up to 50,000 + Bonus, Overtime, Pension, Flexible working

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Quality Assurance Engineer to join an established team responsible for assuring quality through all phases of the project development lifecycle.

As the ideal candidate, you will have robust experience as a Quality Assurance Engineer, possessing a strong understanding of quality processes and methodologies. You will be responsible for ensuring that all products meet the highest industry standards, using your expertise in techniques such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 8D problem solving, and DMAIC. Your ability to conduct thorough investigations and implement effective corrective actions will be pivotal in maintaining and enhancing product quality.

In this Quality Assurance Engineer role, you will:

• Conduct quality assessments and audits throughout the product developmentprocess.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify quality issues and implement solutions.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within quality assurance practices.

• Prepare detailed quality reports and present findings to senior management.

If you are a dedicated quality professional looking to contribute to a dynamic team, we invite you to apply.

We look forward to receiving your application and helping you take the next step in your career!

Quality Assurance Engineer

6 month contract

Based in Stevenage

Offering 38ph Inside IR35

Do you have experience with tools such as 8D, 5Y, etc?

Do you have experience with standards such as EN9100, AS9102, AS9145?

Do you have experience in non-conformance?

Do you want to work with an industry-leading company?

If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you!

As the Quality Assurance Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry.

You will be involved in:

• Support and advice on all aspects of quality within Manufacturing
• Provide quality assurance assistance to Manufacturing in support of manufacturing excellence, including the development and delivery of quality awareness and other training
• Supporting Manufacturing on all programmes to achieve cost, time and quality targets
• Provide support to improve the effectivity of processes within the Business Management System
• Confirm through independent assessments and audits that processes and quality requirements are being successfully implemented, applied, and improved
• Maintaining strong links with Quality Assurance colleagues across the company to enable the dissemination and achievement of Quality Objectives within Manufacturing
• Work with Quality Assurance Managers and other functions to define appropriate risk reduction strategies/action plans
• Facilitation and/or support to various levels of Non-Conformance Review Panels
• Analysis of non-conformance defect data and acting on this data to undertake problem solving investigations identifying defect root cause and corrective action implementation

Your skillset may include:

• Experienced in process-based integrated management systems & business improvement in an engineering/manufacturing environment
• Experience using both risk management and practical problem-solving tools e.g. 8D, 5Y, PFMEA etc.
• Quality Auditing experience
• Knowledge and experience of International standards such as EN9100/AS9100, AS9102, AS9145, AS9146, etc.
• Experience identifying sustainable business improvements and ensuring effective implementation

If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further!

Quality Assurance Engineer

6 month contract

Based in Stevenage

Offering 38ph Inside IR35

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

Our client, a prominent name in the Defence & Security and Aerospace sectors, is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer on a contract basis to join their team in Stevenage. This role is ideal for individuals with expertise in quality engineering and assurance, looking to make significant contributions to critical projects within a dynamic industry.

• Ensuring quality standards are maintained throughout the production process
• Implementing and monitoring quality assurance processes and procedures
• Utilising problem-solving tools such as 8D, 5Y, and PFEA to address and mitigate risks
• Conducting audits and ensuring compliance with industry standards
• Working closely with manufacturing teams to integrate quality assurance practices
• Preparing detailed reports and documentation for quality performance
• Collaborating with other departments to improve overall product quality
• Ensuring that all quality assurance activities adhere to relevant security clearance requirements

• Experience in quality engineering and quality assurance, particularly within Defence & Security and Aerospace sectors
• Proficient in the use of problem-solving tools such as 8D and 5Y
• Strong skills in risk mitigation, particularly through the use of PFEA
• Audit experience within a manufacturing context
• Understanding of Lean Six Sigma methodologies
• Ability to travel to other UK sites as required
• Security Clearance (SC) is required; candidates can start on BPSS
• Hybrid working pattern with a minimum of 3 days on-site in Stevenage

• Opportunity to work in a leading Defence & Security and Aerospace environment
• Engage in challenging and impactful projects
• Gain exposure to advanced quality assurance practices and tools
• Potential for contract extension beyond the initial 6 months

If you have the necessary skills and experience in quality assurance within the Defence & Security or Aerospace sectors, we encourage you to apply now and join our client's dedicated team in Stevenage.

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Quality Assurance Engineer on an initial 6-month contract. As the Quality Assurance Engineer, you will provide an independent visibility and assurance that manufacturing and related processes are applied across all Projects.

Role: Quality Assurance Engineer
Pay: Up to 38 per hour Via Umbrella
Location: Stevenage
Contract: Monday- Friday, 37 Hours per week, 6 Months contract
IR35 Status: Inside
Security Clearance : BPPS, Security clearance required, UK Eye only project

Responsibilities

• Support and advice on all aspects of quality within Manufacturing UK; apply quality expertise to critical business issues to support business excellence, continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
• Provide quality assurance assistance to Manufacturing UK in support of manufacturing excellence. Including development and delivery of quality awareness and other training.
• Supporting Manufacturing UK on all programmes to achieve cost, time and quality targets.
• Provide appropriate level of support to improve the effectivity of processes within the Company Business Management System and ensure they are correctly tailored for Manufacturing UK.
• Confirm through a programme of independent assessments and audits that processes and quality requirements are being successfully implemented, applied and improved. Provide reports to Management that identifies the outcome of audits and issues. Monitor and facilitate the progression of any improvements from audit activities and the timely closure of identified issues.
• Maintaining strong links with Quality Assurance colleagues across sites across UK and overseas to enable the dissemination and achievement of Quality Objectives within Manufacturing UK.
• Work with Quality Assurance Managers and other functions to define appropriate risk reduction strategies/action plans
• Facilitation and/or support to various levels of Non-Conformance Review Panels
• Analysis of non-conformance defect data and acting on this data to undertake problem solving investigations identifying defect root cause and corrective action implementation

Essential Requirements

• Ideally qualified to minimum HNC/HND in relevant subject.
• Quality professional, experienced in process-based integrated management systems & business improvement in an engineering / manufacturing environment.
• Experience using both risk management and practical problem solving tools e.g. 8D, 5Y, PFMEA etc.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (PowerPoint, Word and Excel)
• Quality Auditing experience
• Knowledge and experience of International standards such as EN9100/AS9100, AS9102, AS9145, AS9146, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, good planning and organising skills to ensure multiple tasks are prioritised and monitored to deliver set objectives
• Capability to identify sustainable business improvements & ensure effective implementation
• Recognise and understand internal and external customer requirements, and respond to them
• Ability to communicate and influence effectively at all levels of the organisation
• Highly self-motivated and demonstrate a determination and persistence to deliver results despite obstacles and setbacks
• Recognise and understand regulatory and certification requirements, and respond to them

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation

Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants.

"Follow @LineUpAviation on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the #LineUpAviation tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow!"

Anderselite are currently working with a tier 1 contractor who are seeking a QA Manager to join their Major Infrastructure division.

This £80M framework involves the remediation of the existing site and construction of roads, bridges and flood mitigation measures as well as electricity, gas, communications, water connections and hectares of new landscaped parkland areas.

- Lead all quality assurance activities across the major infrastructure project
- Understand and implement both company and Client quality management systems
- Prepare the Quality Plan to meet requirements of both quality systems and review and revise as necessary, for each phase of the project.
- Act as the primary point of contact for the client on quality issues
- Establish Project Quality Objectives and KPIs
- Establish a system of Quality Control on the project and to manage that system at all levels. This includes establishing handover structure from the outset of the project and measuring progress.
- Prepare a list of Management System Documentation applicable to the project, and keep this up to date as the project progresses.
- Advise on the preparation of other project documents, such as Project Environmental Management Plan, Project Health & Safety Management Plan, Project Cost Plan, Project Risk Management Plan, etc, and to ensure these documents are prepared by appropriate members of the project team for each phase of the project, and reviewed and revised as necessary.
- Carry out quality system audits on all suppliers, including design consultants
- Develop project quality training programme and ensure project personnel receive appropriate training

Please can you send updated CVs to (url removed)

Position: Quality Assurance Specialist

Department: Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHSS) - Programmes & Strategy

Reports to: EHSS Leadership

Location: London Heathrow

Travel Requirement: Up to 75% (including nights, weekends, and holidays) 

Position Summary

The Quality Assurance Specialist plays a key role within Unifi's EHSS Programmes & Strategy team, supporting continuous improvement and compliance across safety and operational procedures. This position focuses on evaluating risks, conducting field assessments, and ensuring alignment with both internal policies and external regulatory standards. The successful candidate will help enhance Unifi's Safety Management System (SMS) and support station-level engagement through structured audits and corrective action planning. 

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with operations, compliance, and safety teams to implement tools, procedures, and processes supporting a robust company-wide Safety Management System.
• Lead and manage Unifi's internal safety audit programme to ensure operational compliance with both company and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of current procedures and audit findings in reducing safety incidents; recommend and implement improvements as necessary.
• Conduct field audits and assessments to identify compliance gaps and root causes, propose and track corrective actions.
• Perform regular site visits to Unifi and customer stations to assess safety practices, coach staff, and promote a proactive safety culture.
• Collect feedback from local and regional leadership to improve the design and effectiveness of safety programmes.
• Develop and communicate impactful, scalable corrective actions to support compliance and continuous improvement across the organisation.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, Aviation Safety, or a related discipline; or 3-6 years of relevant experience in EHSS programme management or operational safety leadership.
• Ability to independently conduct field audits and summarise findings for leadership review and continuous improvement efforts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Excellent technical and business writing skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (including Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Sway), with advanced Excel skills for data management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in airline/aviation operations, especially involving safety or quality assurance programmes.
• Proficiency with data visualisation tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Spotfire.
• Familiarity with digital safety management systems (e.g., Gensuite or similar platforms).   

Work environment:

• Office Environment: Standard office conditions with regular multitasking and deadline-driven responsibilities.
• Field Conditions: Frequent outdoor work in varying weather (rain, heat, cold, etc.) and near aircraft operations, including exposure to fumes, noise, and moving machinery (e.g., jet engines, propellers).
• Work Schedule: Flexibility required to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and public holidays, based on operational needs.

You will like

Working in QA in Elstree near Watford for this global pharmaceutical firm, providing medicine and essential medical products, to people worldwide before, during & after the Covid-19 pandemic. They prioritise emerging markets, partnering with innovative companies to deliver their products to the regions they cannot reach and are renowned for quality in time-critical, temperature-controlled supply chain and logistics and GDP compliance.

You will like

The Quality Assurance Associate QA Associate job itself where you will be working in a QA team of 3 and reporting to the QA Manager engaging with departments across the organisation.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of quality-related activities, including excursions, supplier and customer qualifications, deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and risk mitigation efforts. This role requires close collaboration with the Responsible Person (RP/RPi) and other departments across the business.  More specifically:

• Support the QA Manager in executing assigned Quality Assurance (QA) responsibilities.
li>Ensure all planned, scheduled, and unplanned QA activities are carried out, documented, and reported in accordance with company procedures.
• Assist in the management and continuous improvement of the company’s Quality Management System (QMS).
< i>Promote and embed continuous improvement principles across QA processes and documentation.

Quality Management System

• Maintain and regularly update the Training Matrix and Schedule, coordinating with department managers and QA to ensure all training is current and compliant.
li>Monitor and manage the Document Control Log, ensuring accurate tracking of all controlled documents.
• Oversee the lifecycle of quality documents (SOPs, Work Instructions, Forms, Policies, etc.), from training and implementation to archiving and secure storage.
• Provide administrative support to the QA Department
• Assist in the planning and preparation for internal and external audits and inspections.

Change Control, CAPA, and Deviation Management

• Track, update, and support the implementation of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution and compliance with procedures related to change controls, deviations, complaints, and internal GDP audit follow-ups.
• Assist in the investigation and documentation of quality incidents.

Qualification and Compliance Monitoring

• Conduct regular compliance checks using MHRA and other regulatory resources.
• Shadow / support internal compliance audits to ensure adherence to GDP and company standards.
• Carry out monthly compliance checks on import/export processes.
• Support the retrieval, review, and closure of temperature monitoring reports.
• Assist departments in conducting customer and supplier bona fide checks.

Staff Training Administration

• Administer competency assessments linked to SOP training.
• Notify relevant staff of upcoming or overdue competency tests, referencing the training matrix.
• Receive tests and maintain accurate training records.
• Inform line managers of any non-compliance, including failed assessments or missed deadlines.

Quality Risk Management

• Support Quality Risk Management and route qualification activities.
• Understand and support validation activities.

You will have

To be successful as Quality Assurance Associate QA you will bring proven experience in Good Distribution Practice (GDP) quality systems, SOP development, temperature excursion handling, and KPI management. Plus a  healthy mix of the following

li>Experience in utilising quality system processes (such as, Audit, Deviations, CAPA, Change Control)
• Excellent administrative and people skills
• Strong communication skills, with excellent English language skills, (oral and written)
• A good team player demonstrating a willingness to learn, improve and adapt
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with experience of route cause analysis
• Possess the ability to work productively and diligently, with initiative and drive, under tight timescales and pressure whilst maintaining high-quality standards
• Proficient in the use of MS Office applications, especially, Word, Excel and Power Point

You will get

As QA Associate you will enjoy competitive salary ~£35K-£40K DOE + Bonus + Package

You can apply

To Quality Assurance Associate QA Associate pushing the button on this job posting (recommended), or by sending CV in confidence to (url removed)  

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