The main purpose of the Quality Control Inspector role is as follows:
To carry out inspection of components, assemblies and documentation to ensure compliance to product and package standards Implementation and maintenance of the Business Management System (BMS) according to ISO9001 standard Support Value Stream delivery teams where required in meeting customer delivery commitments
This is a permanent role based from our HQ in Renfrew, paying £37,500. The shift pattern is straight dayshift, with working hours being either 07.00 - 15.15 (Mon- Thurs) and 07.00 - 13.00 (Friday) OR 08.00 - 16.15 (Mon - Thurs) and 08.00 - 14.00 (Friday).
Who are we?
Howden has a range of compressors, blowers, fans, steam turbines, and rotary heat exchangers, and has been at the forefront of developing engineered solutions for the needs of industrial processes since 1854. In 2023, Howden joined forces with Chart Industries, a global leader in engineered equipment for clean energy and industrial gas markets.
Together, we operate over 64 manufacturing sites and 50+ service centres worldwide, with 11,700+ employees driving innovation in hydrogen, carbon capture, energy recovery, nuclear, water treatment, mining, and LNG. As part of the Nexus of Clean™, we are advancing a sustainable future—helping customers improve efficiency and reduce emissions across clean power, water, food, and industrial sectors.
Join us and be part of a purpose-driven team shaping the future and tackling some of the planet’s most urgent challenges, all while growing your career in a dynamic global environment.
What will you do?
Inspection of components, assemblies and documentation at goods receipt, in process, suppliers and prior to final despatch to ensure compliance with required specifications. The initiation, monitoring and close out of corrective actions where deficiencies in materials, manufacture and design are found Create and maintain inspection records to accurately reflect end to end product manufacturing and packaging activities Ensure correct calibration of measuring equipment used in manufacture and inspection. Appraisal of new measuring equipment and / or techniques to ensure cost effectiveness Work alongside Documentation Control team to ensure all project related documentation is accurate, on time and meets customer expectation levels Review & approve relevant supplier documentation such as weld procedures, NDE procedures, Hydrotest procedures and material certification etc in accordance with code & client requirements Liaise with clients & witnessing authorities to meet contract requirements. Support inspection/process review activities at Sub-Contractors Works Comply with relevant work standard instructions in line with HCO Business Management System (BMS) Use CBS approach to promote Built in Quality concepts into Standard work. Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Commercial and Procurement teams to drive improved manufacturing and supply chain performance and early defect detection Ensure adherence to company environmental, health and safety standards in compliance with company policies to ensure a safe working environment and the minimisation of environmental impact.
What do you bring?
An ideal candidate would likely have the following profile:
ONC/HNC in an engineering subject and / or proven relevant experience in Quality Problem solving ability, capable of thinking laterally and coming up with innovative solutions Experience of using a wide range of standard inspection and test equipment Competence in understanding of engineering drawings and specifications Experience of the control and maintenance of quality reports and records Experience of planning, completing, reporting and follow up of inspection activities Good communication skills Application of one or more ERP systems to a good working level
We’ve put together some criteria that we think is important for this role, but don’t worry if your experience and expertise isn’t an exact match. If you feel that you can add value to our role and to Howden more broadly, we would welcome your application and be eager to learn more about you.
Our Benefits
This is a permanent role based from our HQ in Renfrew, paying £37,500. The shift pattern is straight dayshift, with working hours being either 07.00 - 15.15 (Mon- Thurs) and 07.00 - 13.00 (Friday) OR 08.00 - 16.15 (Mon - Thurs) and 08.00 - 14.00 (Friday).
Our benefits includes:
Generous holiday entitlement package totalling 33 days annual leave Howden Pension Plan with a maximum employer contribution of 7% Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental and adoption leave pay Company electric vehicle scheme Free onsite parking Healthcare cash plan Group Life Assurance plan at 3x salary Group Income Protection plan Access to My Howden Benefits & Wellbeing Portal – Cycle2Work programme, range of discounts across various retailers, wealth of information to support health & wellbeing Dedicated Help@Hand Service – free counselling, physiotherapy, financial support, medical second opinion, remote GP, personal training, nutrition consultations etc Opportunity to be involved in our ESG ‘Bright Future’ initiatives – STEM ambassador & volunteering