Job Description

Company Overview

LTi Metaltech Ltd is a leader in high-precision fabrication and welding for highly-regulated industries, leveraging over 40 years of expertise. As part of the international LTi Group of Companies, we are committed to delivering top-quality products through innovative techniques and a skilled workforce.

OVERALL JOB PURPOSE

To support the implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of rigorous quality processes with a specific focus on Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and New Product Introduction (NPI)

To ensure the highest quality product, authorised as compliant to the relevant nuclear and safety regulations, is delivered to our customers without defect, on time.

To act as a key interface within a Project Team, driving nuclear safety culture and 'right first time' delivery throughout a programme.

KEY TASKS

NPI & APQP Leadership:

Lead the internal cross-functional team through the full

APQP lifecycle

ensuring all deliverables, from Feasibility Reviews to Volume Production are met on schedule.

PPAP Management:

Compile, review, and submit comprehensive Production Part Approval Process

(PPAP)

files (typically Level 3 submissions), ensuring all evidence (including Part Submission Warrants, Control Plans, and Process Flow Diagrams) meets customer specifications before volume manufacturing commences.

Non-Conformance & Root Cause Resolution:

Manage investigations and support the timely resolution of Customer, Supplier, and internal non-conformances. Champion Root Cause Analysis to ensure containment (within 24 hours) and implement robust corrective/preventative actions to prevent recurrence.

Auditing & Oversight:

Lead the internal, external, and supplier auditing programme. Conduct specific oversight of Special Processes (e.g., Welding, NDE) and conduct Launch Readiness Reviews (LRR) to verify supply chain capability.

Compliance & Traceability:

Ensure products have full traceability and conformance documentation throughout the manufacturing process. Oversee the collation of accurate

Lifetime Records (LTR)

and Material Certification (BS EN 10204 3.1), ensuring protection against Counterfeit, Fraudulent, and Suspect Items (CFSI).

Process Control & Validation:

Develop and maintain dynamic

Control Plans

(Prototype, Pre-production, and Production). Verify manufacturing readiness through Run@Rate trials and Process Capability studies (Cp/Cpk) to ensure OEE and capacity targets are met.

Customer & Supplier Collaboration:

Liaise with customers and suppliers to troubleshoot problems. Support the wider project team including the customer to ensure non-compliant or defective parts are excluded from the build process and compliant disposition is agreed upon.

Qualification in Engineering (apprenticeship, HNC or degree) is desirable. Trained in QMS auditing techniques.

SKILLS

Essential Technical Skills:

Extensive knowledge of APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) and PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) Proficiency in the core Quality tools: FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), MSA (Measurement System Analysis) and SPC (Statistical Process Control). Trained in Statistical Analysis techniques and validation methods. Ability to read Engineering drawings and geometric tolerancing. Familiar with root cause analysis techniques (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams)

Software:

Proficient user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Experience with statistical software (eg Minitab) for MSA and Capability studies is advantageous. Welding technologies - MIG and TIG (particularly Stainless Steel and Aluminium Alloys) and robotic welding.

EXPERIENCE

Essential:

Substantial Quality experience within a similar, regulated manufacturing environment (Nuclear or High-Integrity sectors preferred) Experience managing Lifetime Records (LTR) and ensuring full lot traceability and material certification verification. Extensive auditing experience including internal, external and supplier audits. Proven experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) and managing the transition from prototype to volume production. Experience managing Special Processes (Welding, NDE, Coatings) and understanding 'Engineering Control' vs 'Manufacturing Control' classifications.

Desirable:

Weld types, weld processes and NDT (non-destructive testing) techniques Experience with ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and pressure equipment standards (eg AMSE BPVC, PD5500, EN13445 Welding technologies - MIG/TIG (Stainless Steel and Aluminium Alloys) and robotic welding

KNOWLEDGE

Essential:

Understanding of Nuclear Safety Culture and how workmanship quality impacts nuclear safety. Knowledge of Counterfeit, Fraudulent and Suspect Items (CFSI) mitigation. Kaizen, Lean, Root Cause Analysis and Statistical Reporting Methods.

Desirable:

Understanding of Product Verification Levels (PVL) and risk-based inspection regimes. Foreign Material Exclusion (FME) practices. Weld types, weld processes and NDT (non-destructive testing) techniques.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Intelligent Customer Mindset:

Ability to drive supplier performance and act as a "guiding mind" for quality deliverables.

Proactive Leader:

Confident team player, able to work on own initiative and lead a team to achieve desired outcomes.

Detail-Focused:

Methodical approach to data analysis, record-keeping, and "Right First Time" documentation.

Resilient:

Ability to work well under pressure in a demanding, high-integrity environment.

Communicator:

Excellent communication skills with a professional and responsible approach.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00-48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Flexitime Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person