Shift Quality Engineer

A global Tier 1 Automotive manufacturer in the Shropshire area are looking for a Quality Engineer to join their impressive site in Telford on a three-shift pattern

The ideal candidate will be a hard-working and adaptable Engineer with a strong technical background within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Operating in a modern and automated site, you will be part of the Quality team and collaborate with suppliers, customers, and internal departments to drive continuous quality improvement and resolve quality-related issues.

This is a fantastic opportunity with a multi-national Automotive company who supply to some the biggest OEM’s in the industry
 
Role: Quality Engineer
Location: Telford
Salary: £46,200
Shift: Three shift pattern

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and mentor Shift Quality Technicians and Auditors by setting daily priorities and acting as the primary shift contact for quality matters.
• Support the launch of new programs and engineering changes, including PPAP submissions and GP12 activities, in collaboration with NPI (Safe Launch Process).
• Conduct capability studies and oversee gauge validation through Measurement System Analysis (MSA).
• Interpret CAD drawings, customer standards, and dimensional reports to understand and meet application requirements.
• Update and maintain process documentation, including Standardized Work Instructions, Process Quality Records, and Quality Alerts.
• Escalate quality concerns appropriately and ensure timely resolution.
• Perform internal quality audits as required.
• Lead containment, escalation, and root cause analysis of internal and customer quality issues.
• Deliver on all commitments and escalate any issues promptly.
• Utilize the MES Quality Management System to track and manage quality data.
• Provide both technical and administrative support across departments.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote and uphold company Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) policies throughout the facility.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Experience & Qualifications:
Essential:

• Proven quality experience within a shopfloor manufacturing environment.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes in areas such as die casting, metal forming, automated assembly, mechanisms, tooling, fixtures, and gauges.
• Proficiency in quality tools including SPC, MSA, PPAP, Control Plans, Process Flows, and 8D methodologies.
• Familiarity with Business Operating Systems (e.g., IATF 16949).
• Strong communication and reporting skills, adaptable to all levels of the organization.

Desirable:

• Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Green Belt qualification or equivalent experience.
• Background in quality management systems, procedures, and internal auditing.
• Experience conducting internal quality audits.

Personal Attributes:

• Results-driven with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Data-driven with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage tasks through to completion.
• Adaptable, flexible, and capable of handling changing priorities.
• Professional and confident in communicating with customers and senior stakeholders.
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK

Please apply online or contact kieran.brookes@technical-network.co.uk for a confidential conversation
 
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