Quality, Health & Safety Co-ordinator
| Posting date: | 12 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £26,000 to £28,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 June 2026 |
| Location: | Washington, Tyne and Wear, NE37 3JD |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Westray Recruitment Consultants |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1956 |
Summary
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, 08:30 - 17:00 (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
to apply for this role please send your CV to industrial@westray.co.uk