Quality & Process Technician

Be part of something bigger!

As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy. 

As a dynamic and growing company with over 24 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost € 5.3 billion in combined revenue in 2023, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!

Purpose of the Job:

Bekaert is a global leader in advanced steel wire transformation and coating technologies, delivering essential solutions to many industries worldwide. We are committed to quality, innovation, and operational excellence. We are now seeking a skilled and proactive Quality & Process Technician to join our team at our Newcastle facility.

As a Quality & Process Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving product quality and production efficiency. You will be responsible for troubleshooting issues, conducting thorough inspections, and ensuring alignment with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This role will require working on a rotating shift basis to cover different hours of operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, resolve, and document production issues to minimize downtime and ensure quality standards are met.
• Conduct detailed inspections of products on the shop floor, ensuring compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Accurately record findings and observations from inspections and audits to maintain comprehensive records and support process improvement.
• Identify and address discrepancies between shop floor activities and SOPs, proposing corrective actions as needed.
• Assist in defining and documenting process specifications to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
• Conduct GEMBA and Bekaert Manufacturing System (BMS) audits to ensure adherence to quality standards and drive continuous improvement.
• Highlight and escalate issues to the appropriate personnel or next level of management for prompt resolution.
• Inspect process parts such as rollers, dies, and heads, coordinating with maintenance for replacement when necessary.
• Ensure all company policies and procedures, including health, safety, and environmental, are strictly followed, adopting a 'no walk past' approach.
• Actively participate in small improvement initiatives and Kaizen activities to follow up on the effectiveness of corrective action plans.

Skills & Competencies:

Essential:

• Knowledge of Quality Assurance fundamentals.
• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment, ideally with a technical diploma or equivalent in a science or engineering discipline.
• Proficient with MS Office tools and general computer literacy.
• Problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide timely and accurate information for decision-making.
• Understanding of health, safety, and quality parameters.

Desirable:

• Experience with internal auditing of Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Familiarity with problem-solving techniques such as the Why-Why Analysis.
• Diploma in Production or similar qualification.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong results-driven approach and self-motivation.
• Proactive communicator with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and collaborate across departments.
• Demonstrates Bekaert’s core values: Customer Focus, Creativity, Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, and Accountability.

Be bold and take the leap!

We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team! 
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 
To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers