Apprentice Quality Engineer

Location: Headquarters in Elland, West Yorkshire

Reporting to: Quality Lead

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 37.5hrs a week.

Start Date: September

Training Course: Level 4 Quality Practitioner (Distance Learning) with Qualitrain

Duration: 14 months

The Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Apprentice Quality Engineer to join our Quality team. This entry-level position is ideal for recent graduates or individuals looking to start their career in quality engineering. The successful candidate will assist in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality and compliance.

As part of this role, the successful candidate will also undertake a Level 4 Quality Practitioner Apprenticeship, providing structured learning and nationally recognised qualifications to support their development into a competent Quality Engineering professional.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of quality control processes and procedures.
• Conduct inspections and tests on products to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Document and report any quality issues or defects found during inspections.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to resolve quality issues.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
• Maintain accurate records of quality inspections and test results.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and efficiency.
• Assist in the preparation of quality reports and documentation for audits
  
  

Essential Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Highly motivated and eager to learn.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes.
  
  

Desirable Attributes

• Basic understanding of quality control principles and methodologies.
• Previous work experience in a manufacturing or quality assurance environment is a plus.
• Level 3 Apprenticeship in Engineering or related discipline
  
  

Why A-SAFE?

Since 1984, A-SAFE has been a pioneer in industrial safety, inventing the world’s first industrial-strength polymer safety barrier. Today, we continue to lead the industry with cutting-edge solutions like our award-winning IoT system, RackEye. With 17 international subsidiaries, we partner with global giants such as Amazon, Coca-Cola, and BMW to enhance workplace safety. Learn more about our Customer Success Stories here.

At A-SAFE we put our values at the heart of the business.

• We Are Pioneers
• We Are in it Together
• We Do the Right Thing
  
  

Our Commitment to Diversity

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. At A-SAFE, we believe our differences fuel innovation and enrich our work environment.

Ready to help us set new standards in workplace safety?

Apply today and start your journey with A-SAFE Group. Explore our Careers Page for more opportunities.