Quality Controller

At Irizar Forge, a leading industrial forging company based in Gipuzkoa (Lazkao) and part of Royal Van Beest Group, we are looking for a Quality Controller to join our team.

• Ensure compliance with established quality requirements.

• Coordinate inspection and testing activities.

• Manage deviations and non-conformities.

• Provide technical support to operations.

• Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

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  Prepare and manage Inspection Plans.

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  Coordinate and supervise inspection and testing teams (NDT, DT and load testing).

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  Monitor manufacturing processes and identify deviations.

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  Manage internal and supplier non-conformities.

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  Provide technical support on the shop floor regarding quality-related issues.

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  Coordinate and manage customer inspections.

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  Define, design and manage inspection and testing fixtures and tooling.

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  Manage the calibration of equipment and measuring instruments.

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  Participate in product and process improvement projects.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related field, or equivalent proven experience.

• Experience in industrial environments, preferably within the metalworking or mechanical industry.

• Knowledge of metrology, NDT/DT testing and engineering drawing interpretation.

• Experience working with SAP.

• Proficiency in design software (SolidWorks or equivalent).

• Advanced level of English.

• Strong organizational, planning and decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication skills and a results-oriented mindset.

• Leadership and team management.

• Strong technical capability and decision-making skills.

• Organization and planning.

• Continuous improvement and process optimization mindset.

• Problem-solving and incident management.

• Commitment, accountability and results orientation.