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Salary: £15.29 per hour (Days) £16.49 per hour (Nights) Location: Witney Shift Pattern: 4-on, 4-off (7 AM - 7 PM or 7 PM - 7 AM)The Hook: Be a Technical Detective Ever wondered how things work-and why they sometimes don't? Join our Witney laboratory as a Complaints Investigator. In this role, you aren't just "checking boxes"; you are a technical detective. You will perform deep-dive investigations into returned medical devices, ensuring they remain the gold standard in global healthcare. Whether you're a graduate looking for your first technical role or someone with a logical brain looking for a career change, we provide the full training needed to help you protect patient safety. The Perks: Work/life balance: A predictable 4-on, 4-off pattern to help you plan your life. On-site parking: Free, easy access for every shift. Electric charging: On-site stations for your EV. Subsidised canteen: High-quality, affordable food available daily. Free Lavazza coffee: Premium coffee machines to keep you fueled. Modern environment: Work in a clean, newly expanded, high-tech lab. Responsibilities: Hands-on investigation: Meticulously examine customer-returned devices using technical tools and logic to find the exact root cause of an issue. Data sleuthing: Use MS Excel and internal systems to log findings, identify emerging quality trends, and spot patterns others might miss. Quality advocacy: Participate in "Continuous Improvement" projects, using your findings to influence future product design and manufacturing. Global collaboration: Share insights with international teams to ensure corrective actions are implemented across the organisation. Technical reporting: Translate complex findings into clear, concise reports that meet strict regulatory and safety standards. Your Skills: Analytical & methodical: You have a "detective" mindset and enjoy following evidence to a logical conclusion. IT literate: Proficient in Microsoft Office (specifically Word and Excel) with the ability to learn new software quickly. Documentation focused: You understand that accuracy is everything in healthcare and take pride in precise record-keeping. Education: Minimum of secondary education (Maths and English are essential). The Nice-to-Haves: Previous experience in a lab or regulated environment. Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) or quality control principles. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to enter a high-tech healthcare career without prior medical device experience. If you are a logical thinker with a passion for detail and want a role where your work directly impacts lives, we want to hear from you. Think you've found the solution? Apply today!

Client; We are proud to be working alongside a truly ground-breaking medical device business, who are looking to appoint a process/assembly technician. POSITION; Process/Assembly Technician SHIFT; Monday - Friday 8 - 4:30 Hourly Rate - 14.00 - 14.25 an hour. The key responsibilities for this role are: Operate precision manufacturing equipment Perform incoming QC (Quality Control) inspection of engineered components Work with cross-functional teams to support laboratory requirements and practice Proactively work with the Process Engineering team to review process documentation, and suggest areas of process improvement Follow process controls, in-line monitoring, IPQC, and metrology for QA to ensure that product and process quality specifications are met Maintain equipment and batch logbooks for production Understand and follow Health, Safety, and Environmental policies Execute experimental protocols to qualify or validate production batches or new equipment Experience required; Experience within a production/assembly role Experience within a quality inspection role Desirable; Experience working with medical devices Knowledge of metrology equiptment If this role is of interest then please feel free to call Adam on (phone number removed) to discuss further. Commutable Locations; Oxford, Abingdon, Didcot, Kidlington, Witney, Bicester Key words; Quality,Inspection,assembly,production, manufactoring, medical INDENG Planet Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Mechanical Calibration Technician (Airtools) is required for a permanent role for an established global company in the Salmesbury, BB2 area. Competitive salary (DoE) + superb benefits (see below). The Calibration Technician will be working 40 hours (M-F Days) + occasional O/T, applicants must hold a full UK driving licence as they will be required to work in the field and occasionally stay away from home. This is a fantastic opportunity with long-term security, excellent career prospects and training provided for a candidate wishing to develop a career in mechanical calibration. The client will also consider Ex-Forces, and candidates who have may have part completed or recently completed a quality, calibration, electrical or mechanical apprenticeship. This position may also suit a candidate with an interest in mechanics or calibration and with some experience of air tools, torque and or dimensional measuring equipment. Benefits: Competitive salary (DoE) + 26 days hols + B/hols 40 hours per week, 8am 4:30pm + occasional O/T, particularly when working away from home. Company vehicle (after training period), laptop & mobile. In-house and external training provided. Excellent company pension & life assurance schemes. Salary sacrificed heath care scheme and Company sick pay after qualifying period. Perkbox The successful Calibration Technician day to day duties will include: Calibrate and test pneumatic / air tools to traceable standards in lab and at Customers sites within given timeframes. Identify solutions to customer problems and communicate them effectively, such solutions to include but not be limited to advice on calibration cycles, test points and equipment usage. Ensure that customer reports are completed professionally and clearly articulate the outcome and recommendations of any visit. Documenting and inputting data / results onto computer software and producing calibration certs. Ensure that all stock, equipment & tools are kept clean safe, secure and maintained to high level. To undertake and attend training courses necessary to develop and maintain competence to undertake the role. To observe and comply with all Company policies including but not limited to H&S, Car Policy, Expenses, Ethics Policy, IT User policy and all policies and appendices within the Contract of Employment. Flexibility to work approved O/T and work away from home with overnight stays if required. To be suitable for this Calibration Technician role you must have the following experience / skills / characteristics: Experience of using and testing pneumatic and torque tools - Avdel / Cherrymax Bottle, Huck Puller / Swager, nut runner, pin gun, pulse / rivet gun, torque screwdriver, torque wrench etc. To have a basic understanding of the calibration process and laboratory quality systems. 5 GCSE qualifications at grades A-C, or equivalent PC literate in MS Word and Excel. Hardworking, keen to learn, pursue self-development and provide a quality service to customers. Good interpersonal communication skills (verbal & written). Able to work as part of a team or alone with the minimum of supervision. Full UK driving licence (essential, preferably clean) The ideal Calibration Technician will have majority of the following experience / skills / characteristics: Recent experience of calibrating torque and or air tools to in-house, or traceable standards. Relevant mechanical / metrology engineering qualification i.e. HNC, NVQ / BTEC / C&G L3 etc. Time served or completed a relevant mechanical engineering apprenticeship. Mechanical maintenance / mechanical fitting experience. Experience of calibrating mechanical, physical or dimensional equipment. Knowledge of importing / exporting from Excel databases and report generation from databases and calibration software such as Indysoft (desirable) or MetCAL, InGAGE, ProCal, SureCal etc. Previous experience of working in the calibration, aerospace, automotive or manufacturing sectors Key words : Calibration Technician, Calibration, Air Tools, Torque, Airtools, Pneumatic, Aircraft Fitter, Mechanical Assembly, Mechanical Fitting, Car Mechanic, Vehicle Technician, Field Service, Mechanical, Physical, Dimensional, Repair, Maintenance, Torque Screw Driver, Torque Wrench, Torque Wrench Adjustable, Avdel Bottle, Cherrymax Bottle, Huck Puller / Swager, Nut Runner, Pin Gun, Pulse Gun, Inspection, AS 9100, QA, QC, Test and Verification, Test & Measurement, Quality, Aerospace, Automotive, Ex HM Forces, Travel, Full Time, Permanent, Blackburn, Salmesbury, Preston, Lancashire The successful Calibration Technician (Pneumatic / Airtools & Torque) will need to be methodical, numerate, organised, possess good communication skills, PC literate (Outlook, Word & Excel). and flexible as you will be required to work at other sites with overnight stays, work overtime and other duties not mentioned in this job description. You will have the relevant qualifications or experience, be trustworthy, punctual, conscientious, keen and have a practical approach to work. If you are interested in Calibration Technician role and have majority of the required experience, please click the apply now button.

Quality Technologist This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global, market-leading food business which supplies some of the world s leading companies in the retail, hospitality, and foodservice markets. The business is currently expanding and is committed to continually redefining its product offer and prides itself on developing and bringing innovative new products to market. About the Quality Technologist job As a key part of the food technical team, you will provide support and assist the Technical Manager in driving compliance across the food production site to the required Food Safety, Legality, Quality, and product integrity standards. Key tasks: Assist in maintaining a quality culture and support staff to carry out their tasks competently and within the site quality framework. Take part in HACCP review meetings and complete quarterly CCP verification audits. Perform internal audits and assist in completing independent systems audits according to the agreed schedule. Coordinate laboratory testing for sampling products and review and analyse results to identify non-conformances. Support the wider operations teams with the adherence to, and maintenance of best practice standards in line with company, customer and BRC standards. Manage the hygiene staff and site hygiene protocols. Manage supplier approval records and customer complaints. Participate in completing product specifications both internally and Gold standard specifications. About You Quality assurance or technical experience in a food manufacturing/food production environment Ideally educated to a degree level in food science, food technology, or another related subject. BRC/ISO internal auditing experience. Level 2 Food Hygiene and HACCP qualifications are preferred. A self-starter with an analytical and methodical approach to work. A team player with good interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word. More details The Quality Technologist job (ref: 8955) is paying £27,000 - £28,500 per annum according to your experience. The site is based in North Kent and is commutable from areas of both London and Essex. The package includes 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, pension, life assurance, employee assistance programme plus other company benefits. The working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm or 8.30am to 5.30pm. Alternate job titles - Quality Systems Technologist Quality Assurance Technologist QA Auditor Food Technologist Technical Administrator Food Safety Compliance Technologist QA Technologist QA Technician Technical Information Officer