Quality Engineer
We are recruiting on behalf of a growing manufacturing business seeking a proactive Quality Engineer to support product and process compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for someone committed to continuous improvement and professional development, with full internal and external training available.
The Quality Engineer will ensure products meet required standards, supporting new product approvals, internal and external audits, problem-solving activities, and the ongoing maintenance of the Quality Management System.
Key Responsibilities
Ensuring product compliance with customer specifications and industry standards
Inspecting and measuring products using various equipment
Creating documentation for new product approvals and supporting concession processes
Managing the quarantine area and assisting with SOP development
Conducting internal audits, supporting corrective actions, and assisting with third-party audits
Investigating scrap, implementing preventive measures, and maintaining equipment calibration
Managing supplier and customer NCRs and leading structured problem-solving activities
Supporting creation of flow charts, PFMEAs, FMEAs, and control plans
Maintaining the Quality Management System and document control
Contributing to departmental KPIs, cross-functional teamwork, and general Quality support tasks
Person Specification
Strong work ethic with a focus on continuous improvement
Analytical, methodical problem-solver with good attention to detail
Experience with 5 Whys, Fishbone and RCA (preferred)
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Strong communication skills and competent in MS Office; MRP/ERP experience preferred
Willing to travel within the UK and Europe
Able to read engineering drawings and understand tolerances
Previous Quality Engineering or similar experience preferred; Rail/Automotive exposure advantageous
Qualifications
Experience with formal problem-solving (e.g., 8D reporting) – essential
Internal Auditor qualification – essential
Proficiency in MS Office – essential
APQP / PPAP knowledge – desirable
ISO9001 and ISO14001 knowledge – desirable
IQA Level 4 – desirable