Meshworks is an orthopaedic implants company based in Oxford. The company uses additive manufacturing (3D- printing) to make titanium implants for patients. The implants are custom: each one is made specifically to fit an individual patient, all having a significant positive impact on patients’ lives.

Meshworks is looking for an administrative assistant to work in its Quality department. The assistant will maintain the Quality Management system, ensuring continued compliance with the Medical Quality Standard ISO13485. The QMS is constantly improving and you will be tasked to ensure that improvement is documented effectively.

Other aspects of the role include management of processes such as non-conformances, training, supplier approvals, data analysis, and auditing, ensuring accurate and on time record completion and filing.
We are continually improving our quality management system, with digital tools and quicker procedures whilst maintaining high quality standards. A person with a positive attitude to improvement and development will thrive in this role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic individual with an eye for detail looking to join an exciting new business with excellent opportunities for progression in the future as the company grows.

• Salary £22-£26k
• Flexible hours and location
• 25 days holiday
• 9% company pension
• Receive share options in Alloyed
• Company health plan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Casual dress

• Supporting the Quality Manager with Quality Management System (QMS) document completion and online record storage in accordance with the ISO13485 Medical Quality standard
• Overseeing the non-conformance process making sure actions are completed within specified timeframes, and that evidence of correction is saved in the QMS
• Approving updates to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring new and superseded documents are saved in their correct locations
• Managing the supplier approval process, reviewing potential suppliers through a risk-based approach to understand whether they are suitable for Meshworks to use. Maintaining the approved supplier list and conducting supplier reviews. Occasional auditing of new high risk suppliers will be required to check that they meet Meshworks’ quality standards
• Assisting the Quality Manager with internal departmental audits to ensure Meshworks is following its defined procedures accurately
• Collecting data from various operational activities and analysing it to identify trends on efficiency, rates of non-conformance, levels of staff training etc. and using it to make suggestions to help improve our processes
• Working with the Quality Manager to identify areas of the QMS to automate and streamline existing processes to improve efficiency
• Chasing up Quality actions assertively with busy team members whilst taking into account their other higher- level priorities.

• Good attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organised and able to work alone when required
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Maths and English Language GCSE or equivalent, preferably grade B or above

• Previous experience in an office environment
• Microsoft power platform
• Experience working with a quality management system in a highly regulated industry

To apply submit a CV and covering letter by email to jobs@alloyed.com. All documents should be uploaded as PDF files with your name and document type in the filename.

Approximate start date 1st Aug 2023 (flexible). Please be aware this is a continuous recruitment effort. We will fill the position once an excellent candidate presents themselves so your early application is encouraged.