Quality Control Technician
19 hours ago
Hove
Quality Control Technician - Diagnostics / Engineering Please note: This role is initially on a 12-month contract, with a high likelihood of being made permanent. Hartmann Young is partnered with an innovative diagnostics company based out of Hove, whose mission is to deliver high-quality, reliable products that make a real difference to patient care and safety. With collaboration, compliance, and continuous improvement at their core, the team is seeking a Quality Control Technician with a background in engineering to join the business. The Role We're looking for a QC Technician to join an experienced Quality team and support inspection and testing activities as the company scales up for clinical readiness. The role will focus on hands-on quality checks of components and assemblies, with emphasis on plastics (thermoforming, injection moulding), PCBs, adhesives, labels, and manufacturing processes such as laser welding, cutting, and printing. • Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of components, subassemblies, and finished products;, • Carry out visual, dimensional, and functional checks on plastics, PCB assemblies, adhesives, and labels against drawings and specifications;, • Support QC testing of parts produced using EVM, LVDO, laser welding, cutting, and printing techniques;, • Accurately record inspection results and maintain documentation in line with quality system requirements (ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR 820);, • Identify and report nonconformance, escalating issues to engineers or senior Quality staff;, • Assist with preparation of documentation for audits and regulatory requirements;, • Contribute to maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant lab/production environment. The Requirements • Previous experience in QC, inspection, or a related technical role within medical devices, electronics, plastics, or other regulated manufacturing environments;, • Working knowledge of plastics manufacturing methods (thermoforming, injection moulding) and associated inspection techniques;, • Familiarity with PCB assemblies, adhesives, and labelling processes;, • Exposure to manufacturing processes such as laser welding, cutting, and printing;, • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and technical specifications;, • Competent in the use of measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.);, • Strong attention to detail and documentation skills;, • Awareness of ISO 13485 is an advantage but not essential. If this sounds like you, reach out directly on or apply with CV attached!