Overview
Goods In Technician Jobs in Bedford, England, UK at Fuel Recruitment Limited
Job Title:
Goods In Technician
Salary:
Up to £35,000 DOE
Location:
Bedford
Role Overview:
The Goods In Technician is responsible for the receipt and inspection of incoming components, custom-made parts, and non-franchised stock. This role ensures all activities align with internal procedures (IQP-001, IQP-002, IQP-004) and relevant industry standards, including the latest revision of AS9102. The position plays a vital part in upholding product quality, supporting
continuous improvement
efforts, and helping the business meet its daily, weekly, and monthly performance targets.
Key Responsibilities:
* Receive, verify, and inspect incoming materials in accordance with IQP-001 procedures.
* Carry out inspections of custom or bespoke components, following IQP-001, IQP-002, and IQP-004 guidelines.
* Complete and review First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) as per AS9102 or customer-defined standards.
* Inspect non-franchised stock using QSP-015-1 or other applicable customer requirements.
* Ensure parts meet customer specifications, drawings, and concession guidelines.
* Identify non-compliant goods, initiate MRB (Material Review Board) cases, and ensure appropriate follow-up actions.
* Authorise FAIRs on behalf of customers once compliance is verified.
* Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve inspection-related concerns efficiently.
* Contribute to
Continuous Improvement
(CI) and Lean projects aimed at increasing RPFT (Right Part First Time) metrics.
* Support prioritisation of urgent inspection tasks to maintain production flow.
* Stay informed on trends related to counterfeit parts and changes in AS standards.
Candidate Profile:
* Solid knowledge of IQP-001, IQP-002, and IQP-004 procedures, with the ability to interpret technical drawings and customer specs.
* Familiarity with AS9102 FAIRs and customer-specific inspection protocols.
* Working understanding of QSP-015-1 and Purchasing Requirements Specifications (PRS).
* Proficient in using IFS or similar systems to manage goods-inward processes.
* Experience identifying non-conformances and overseeing MRB processes.
* Background in supplier quality and purchasing practices is advantageous.
* Strong communicator—able to collaborate effectively with both internal teams and external suppliers.
* Analytical thinker with a proactive approach to
problem-solving
.
* Demonstrates a commitment to improving processes and upholding quality standards.
* Adaptable, team-focused, and able to manage changing priorities.
Preferred
Skills & Experience:
* Prior experience in aerospace or high-reliability component inspection.
* Understanding of counterfeit component identification and
prevention
.
* Familiar with working in ISO
9001 / AS9100-certified environments.
* Exposure to Lean methodologies and
Continuous Improvement
tools
Title: Goods In Technician
Company: Fuel Recruitment Limited
Location: Bedford, England, UK
Category: Quality Assurance – QA/QC (Quality Control / Manager, Quality Technician/ Inspector, Quality Engineering)
