Quality, Health & Safety Coordinator

  • Westray Recruitment Consultants Ltd
  • Washington, Tyne And Wear
  • Apr 26, 2026
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Quality, Health & Safety Co-ordinator to join a global manufacturing business based in Washington. This role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in quality assurance and continuous improvement, with exposure to health and safety responsibilities.

While the role includes some H&S duties, the primary focus is on quality processes, supplier performance, and customer satisfaction, offering strong development opportunities within a quality-driven environment.


What s in It for You

  • Permanent, full-time position
  • Monday Friday, 08 00 (3pm finish on Fridays)
  • Salary: £26,000-£28,000 depending on experience)
  • 20 Days Holiday - increases to 22 Days in 2ndyear and then 1 day per year up to 25 days
  • Free onsite parking
  • Company pension scheme
  • Clear progression and development opportunities within Quality Department


The Business

Westray Recruitment Group are supporting an international logistics and distribution organisation with a strong reputation for quality, efficiency, and customer delivery. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a motivated individual to support and develop their quality function, ensuring high standards are maintained across warehousing operations, customer fulfilment, and supplier relationships

The Role (Quality-Focused Responsibilities)

  • Ensure all inspection and measurement equipment is calibrated and compliant with required standards
  • Manage and control non-conforming (quarantined) parts, ensuring proper documentation and resolution
  • Act as a key contact for customer quality issues, including complaints, rejections, and improvement initiatives
  • Liaise with suppliers to address quality concerns, drive improvements, and support supplier development
  • Communicate quality-related information across departments to ensure consistent handling and compliance
  • Support new product introduction, including assessing quality requirements and supplier capability
  • Compile and submit quality documentation (e.g. PPAP, ISO-related documents) for customer approval
  • Participate in internal and supplier audits, contributing to continuous improvement activities
  • Assist in maintaining and improving the company s Quality Management System (QMS)

Health & Safety (Supporting Responsibilities)

  • Support the implementation and maintenance of H&S policies in line with current legislation
  • Assist in promoting a positive safety culture across the business
  • Contribute to risk assessments, training coordination, and monitoring of H&S activities
  • Provide basic H&S guidance to managers and support key role holders (e.g. First Aiders, Fire Marshals)
  • Assist in maintaining and improving the company s Environmental Management System (EMS)


The Person

  • Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to problem-solving
  • Keen interest in quality, manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement
  • Willingness to learn and develop within a quality-focused role
  • Good communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally
  • Organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
  • Competent in Microsoft Office and general IT systems
  • Able to reliably commute to Washington and EU as and when required.

To apply

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