Quality Process Control Specialist
Pubblicato il 13-09-2026 - Essentra in Milano
The Quality Process Control Specialist is responsible for ensuring the consistent quality of the company products throughout the manufacturing process at the Essentra Components facility in Cambiago, Italy.
The role focuses on monitoring production processes, conducting in-process quality controls, analyzing process performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, waste, and customer complaints.
The position works closely with Production, Maintenance, and Customer Service teams to ensure products meet customer specifications and company quality standards.
Typical Accountabilities:
Monitor and control manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with product specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements
Perform regular process audits and in-process inspections on plastic injection molding operations
Analyze production data and quality indicators to identify trends, process deviations, and opportunities for improvement
Apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) methodologies to monitor process capability and stability
Investigate quality issues, non-conformities, scrap generation, and customer complaints using structured problem-solving techniques
Lead or support root cause analysis activities using tools such as 8D, Fishbone Diagram, 5 Whys, and Pareto Analysis
Collaborate with Production and Manufacturing teams to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Maintain and update process control plans, inspection instructions, and quality documentation
Support validation and qualification activities related to new molds, materials, products, or process changes
Ensure compliance with Quality Management System requirements and applicable standards
Participate in continuous improvement projects aimed at reducing defects, improving process capability,
and increasing production efficiency
Assist in internal audits and support external customer or certification audits, collaborating with the Quality Manager
Prepare quality reports and performance metrics for management review
In collaboration with the Quality Manager and the Production Manager might conduct internal training on quality standards and process control practices
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
Reduction of internal defects and scrap rate
Reduction of customer complaints and returns
Timely closure of corrective and preventive actions
Compliance with quality audit requirements
Reduction of non-conformities and process deviations
Required Skills & Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Materials Science, Quality Management, or a related technical field
Experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or Process Quality within a manufacturing environment
Experience with process monitoring and quality improvement projects
Strong knowledge of plastic injection molding processes and related quality controls
Familiarity with dimensional inspections, measurement systems, and testing methodologies
Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and process capability analysis
Ability to analyze technical drawings, specifications, and customer requirements
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
Team-oriented approach and ability to collaborate across functions
What we offer:
Discretionary annual premio
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Additional day of annual leave for birthday
Paid day off for volunteering
Cycle to work scheme
Employee assistance program
Essentra is a global market leader in plastic injection moulded, vinyl dip moulded and metal components.
We have a history of over 65 years, producing essential components across a huge range of industries and applications.
Making it easier for our customers is our top priority.
That's why we operate internationally in 29 countries across 4 continents.
With every order, we offer a hassle-free experience through our 14 manufacturing facilities, 34 distribution centres and 40 sales and service locations.
The BMP site in Milan is a manufacturing and distribution facility and a key part of Essentra.
The location encompasses a high volume, product mix manufacturing, warehousing and distribution environment.
Health, safety and environmental sustainability are a core values that align to our business objectives.
We have over 45,000 standard parts and one of the world's most extensive product offerings, all available for immediate dispatch and fast delivery.
Our product range features caps and plugs, wire and cable management, flange protection, knobs, handles and grips, access hardware, PCB and electronics hardware
Our Vision is to be "The world's leading responsible hassle-free supplier of essential industrial components"
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