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: GBP 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 and Environmental (HSE) policies throughout the facility.
: Perform additional duties as assigned.
Required Experience and 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
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