Senior Quality Engineer
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire
GBP 45,000 : GBP 55,000 Per Annum
We at JKR are recruiting a Senior Quality Engineer for a forward:thinking electronics manufacturing company based in Tewkesbury
This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring customers consistently receive fully compliant, high:quality products through strong leadership, robust quality control, and proactive issue resolution. This is a full:time, site:based role.
Senior Quality Engineer Key Responsibilities:
Provide strong, visible leadership for the Quality Inspection Team and wider manufacturing operation, setting clear standards and expectations
Take full accountability for inspection performance, product release, and quality control, stopping processes where quality is at risk
Champion a right:first:time, zero:defect culture across all departments
Act as the senior point of contact for customer quality matters, building trust and long:term confidence
Lead all customer:facing communication relating to quality issues, non:conformances, concessions, and corrective actions
Present investigation findings, root causes, and improvement plans to customers, auditors, and senior leadership
Lead customer audits, visits, and performance reviews, ensuring strong preparation and delivery
Take ownership of complex investigations using structured problem:solving tools (e.g. 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone)
Drive containment, corrective, and preventive actions to protect customers and eliminate defects
Analyse quality data (SPC, yield, scrap, defect trends) to identify risks and drive improvements
Lead continuous improvement projects to reduce defects, rework, and quality escapes
Coach and develop Quality Engineers, Inspectors, and operational teams
Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer requirements, and audit expectations
Senior Quality Engineer Core Requirements:
Proven experience in a Senior or Lead Quality Engineer role within PCB manufacturing, electronics, or a high:reliability environment
Strong experience leading customer quality issues, investigations, and corrective actions
Demonstrable experience managing and developing quality or inspection teams
High level of expertise in root cause analysis and problem:solving methodologies
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex issues clearly to customers and senior stakeholders
Senior Quality Engineer Desirable Skills and Experience:
Experience with multilayer PCB, HDI, controlled impedance, and surface finishes
IPC:A:600 qualification
Background in aerospace, defence, medical, or automotive industries
Knowledge of SPC, PFMEA, and APQP
Experience with internal and external audits
Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify risks and implement preventive actions
Proven ability to analyse and present quality and compliance data effectively
Strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills
Senior Quality Engineer Working Hours and Benefits:
08:30:17:00 Monday:Thursday 08:30:16:00 Fridays
Quarterly profit:sharing bonus
31 days holiday including Bank Holidays
Pension : 3 employer 5 employee
Paid professional development
Discounts and savings portal
Wellbeing portal
Cycle to Work
Employee Assistance Programme
Life Assurance policy
If you re a driven quality professional looking to step into a highly visible, impactful leadership role within a forward:thinking manufacturing environment, this could be a fantastic opportunity.
Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years.
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