Quality Technician in Havant, United Kingdom

Quality Technician

Requisition ID: 41440

Job Location(s):

Havant, GB

Job Description

Danfoss is proud to be at the forefront of driving a global transformation in digital and electric solutions that increase productivity and energy efficiency. We are truly passionate about investment, and innovation, as we continue to support our customers’ journey towards a greener and lower-carbon future.

We are now seeking to recruit a Quality Technician to join our flagship plant in Havant, UK.

Job Responsibilities

The Quality Technician is responsible for ensuring that products meet established standards of quality, reliability, and performance. The primary focus of this role will be on PPAP activities with our main customer, but the Quality Technician will also support other quality assurance functions.

Key Responsibilities will include:

PPAP Production and Submission:

PPAP production and submission for our main Hose assembly customer. This involves liaising with the customer Engineering team and our Product Manager to ensure the specifications are met and achieved from the engineering drawing and from our manufacturing environment. To put together all paperwork, liaising with other internal plants to get information from the source supply plant. Using the customer portal to upload PPAP details and submitting to the customer for review.

Quality Control:

• Assist in the development and implementation of quality control procedures and standards.

• Monitor and maintain quality control records and documentation.

• Conduct regular audits of production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards.

• Support root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for quality issues.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and process efficiency.

• Use of SAP system to reject non-conforming parts back to suppliers.

• Carry out PPAP for customer parts to the requirements laid out in the customer manuals.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality records, including inspection reports, test results, and audit findings.

• Prepare and present quality reports to management, highlighting key quality metrics and areas for improvement.

• Ensure all quality documentation complies with regulatory and company standards.

Training and Support

• Provide training to production staff on quality control procedures and standards

• Assist in the onboarding of new Quality Technicians, providing guidance and mentorship.

Background & Skills

To thrive in this role, you should demonstrate:

• Degree or relevant technical certification in a related field

• Demonstrable experience in a quality assurance or inspection role in a manufacturing environment

• Familiarity with ISO standards and quality management systems

• Previous PPAP knowledge and experience.

• Experience with customer facing and communication.

• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

• Proficiency in using inspection and testing equipment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

• Good organisational and time management skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and other quality control methodologies.

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways – driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.