Supplier Quality Technician

Job Title: Supplier Quality Technician Location: On-Site, Rittal- CSM Ltd, Plymouth. Salary: £17.00 -£18.00 per hour plus a 25% shift premium Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time. 37.9 hours a week. Working Monday - Friday 15.00 - 23.00 Are you ready to take your career to the next level? At Rittal-CSM, we believe in driving innovation and

Full Time

Salary:
£17.00 -£18.00 per hour plus a 25% shift premium

Contract Type:
Permanent, Full-time. 37.9 hours a week. Working Monday - Friday 15.00 - 23.00

Are you ready to take your career to the next level?

At Rittal-CSM, we believe in driving innovation and excellence. Our clients include some of the world's leading technology companies major players in software, hardware, and cloud computing.

We specialise in enclosures, climate control systems, power distribution, and IT infrastructure for industrial and IT applications. Our success is built on a diverse and talented workforce.

We are currently recruiting two Supplier Quality Technicians to join our Supply Chain team. The successful candidates will play a key role in ensuring the quality of supplied components, working closely with suppliers, production, and internal stakeholders to maintain high-quality standards across our operations.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Quality Manager, you will be responsible for inspection, measurement, and quality assurance activities across incoming components.

• Measure and inspect supplied components using standard measuring equipment (e.g. verniers, micrometers, CMM)
• Carry out ISIR and CPK analysis to support part qualification
• Raise and manage non-conformance reports, communicating quality issues with suppliers
• Support production teams with root cause analysis and problem solving
• Conduct Out of Box Audits (OBS)
• Liaise and communicate effectively with internal departments and suppliers regarding quality issues and updates
• Contribute to continuous improvement of supplier quality processes

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. To succeed, you'll bring:

Experience in a similar quality or engineering environment and be confident working both independently and as part of a team.

• Previous experience in a Supplier Quality / Quality Technician or similar role
• Knowledge of measurement systems and inspection techniques
• Ability to use a range of measuring equipment (CMM, verniers, micrometers, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem solving
• HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline
• Experience with SPC and Gauge R&R
• Working knowledge of recognised quality standards (e.g. ISO 9001:2015)
• Quality auditing qualification

• Teamwork: Collaborating effectively across diverse teams.
• Training: Commitment to continuous learning and development.
• Communication: Clear and confident communication at all levels.
• Recognition: Respect for diverse perspectives and contributions.

• Opportunity to make a real impact
• Room for innovation and creativity
• Career growth and development
• Recognition and rewards

• We're offering an hourly rate of £17.00 - £18.00, plus 25% shift premium, based on your qualifications and experience
• A companywide bonus based on attendance, productivity and quality
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus holiday purchasing scheme
• Life insurance 3 x your salary
• Pension contributions matched to 5%
• Access to our Westfield Health provision
• Access to our Smart Spending platform

If you're passionate about Supplier Quality and ready to make a difference, send your CV and cover letter to

We will review applications and conduct interviews on an ongoing basis. As a result, the vacancy may close at any time once a suitable candidate is found.

Rittal-CSM is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Please Note: As part of our commitment to safeguarding and ensuring the safety of our employees, all prospective employees will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a sanction list check. These checks are essential to ensure that all candidates meet our stringent safety and compliance standards.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK