Quality Engineer

Are you an experienced Quality Engineer looking to advance your career in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Engineer to join their team. Reporting directly to the Quality Assurance Manager, this role plays a pivotal part in maintaining and enhancing the company’s quality management systems while supporting day-to-day quality operations and customer service.
 
In this role, you will:

• Ensure compliance with the company’s Quality Policy and Objectives.
• Monitor and address customer and internal concerns, collaborating with production teams to prevent recurrence.
• Utilise problem-solving methodologies, including the 8D process, to resolve quality issues.
• Conduct and report on audits in line with system schedules.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to resolve technical and supply issues.
• Support the development and implementation of quality management systems and procedures.
• Lead quality-focused initiatives across multiple sites.

 
Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Training and communicating with staff about Quality Management Systems.
• Maintaining performance measurements (KPIs) and quality records.
• Investigating and analyzing internal and customer concerns to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Producing documentation for new or modified product introductions.
• Conducting internal and process audits to ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949:2016 standards.
• Leading team-based problem-solving and improvement activities.
• Supporting New Product Introductions and general inspection activities.

 
Qualifications and Skills:

• At least 3 years of experience in a Quality Engineering role within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of core quality tools such as SPC, MSA, FMEA, PPAP, AQP, and 8D.
• Experience developing and maintaining Control Plans and FMEAs.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949:2016 standards; auditing experience and lead auditing certifications are advantageous.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

 
Hours of work:
8am-4pm Monday to Friday
 
Salary:
£30,000-£40,000 depending on experience.
 
If you’re passionate about quality and eager to make an impact in a supportive and challenging environment, we’d love to hear from you!