Quality control assistants check that control systems and products meet recognised standards.
£12,500 Starter
to£25,000 Experienced
41 to 43 a week
evenings / weekends on shifts
You can get into this job through:
You could do a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree, which includes quality control options, for example:
You'll usually need:
You could do an apprenticeship that covers quality control as part of the training.
The exact apprenticeship you do will depend on the industry you work in. For example, in engineering, you might complete an advanced apprenticeship in operations and quality improvement. In food production, you may take a food technologist advanced apprenticeship.
You'll usually need:
You could apply directly for jobs if you have a a lot of experience in other areas, like engineering or health and safety.
You can get relevant qualifications through the Chartered Quality Institute, and as part of management courses with the Chartered Management Institute.
Some knowledge of British quality standards and working methods will be useful when applying for jobs in quality control.
You can find out more about working in quality control through the Chartered Quality Institute.
You'll need:
Your day-to-day tasks may include:
You could work in a laboratory, in a factory or in an office.
With experience and training you could move into supervisory, management or research jobs.
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