Your newpany
A well-established SME manufacturing business based in East Lancashire is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to support its growing quality function. The organisation operates in a regulated manufacturing environment and supplies engineered products to a range of industrial andmercial customers.
Your new role
Working closely with the Quality Manager and wider engineering and production teams, you will support day-to-day quality assurance activities across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career quality professional to develop hands-on experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Key responsibilities will include:
1. Supporting the maintenance and improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS)
2. Assisting with internal audits and contributing to corrective and preventive actions
3. Conducting basic inspection and verification activities in line with engineering drawings and specifications
4. Assisting with document control, quality records, and standard operating procedures
5. Supportingpliance with relevant quality standards and customer requirements
6. Liaising with production and engineering teams to promote best practice and continuous improvement
What you'll need to succeed
7. A qualification in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
8. Some exposure to quality assurance or manufacturing environments (placement, apprenticeship or graduate experience wee)
9. A basic understanding of quality systems and engineering documentation
10. Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving
11. Goodmunication skills and the confidence to work cross-functionally
12. A proactive attitude and willingness to learn within a supportive SME setting
What you'll get in return
13. The opportunity to develop a career in quality assurance within a stable manufacturing business
14. Hands-on exposure to quality systems, audits, and continuous improvement activities
15. Training and mentoring from experienced quality professionals
16. A supportive SME environment with genuine scope for progression