Job Description
Quality Engineer Toolmaker – Aerospace IndustryTewksbury, UKFull-Time: Monday – Friday 37.5 (Flexible working hours) Salary: Competitive, DOEOwen Daniels is delighted to working with a prestigious aerospace company who are looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to join their team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest quality standards across their manufacturing processes, focusing on Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities.Job Description
* Contribute to the successful implementation of APQP processes within internal systems and across new product introduction (NPI) projects.
* Create, manage, and update PPAP documentation to meet both internal requirements and customer expectations.
* Drive Zero Defect initiatives across manufacturing lines to improve quality and reduce defects in both existing and new programs.
* Work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve non-conformances, ensuring effective root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
* Participate in advanced quality planning, ensuring all customer requirements are embedded early in the product lifecycle.
* Oversee and report on the progress of PPAP submissions, ensuring accuracy and timely completion of supporting documents.
* Identify opportunities for improvement in manufacturing and assembly operations, and support the implementation of practical, sustainable solutions.
* Assist with external and internal quality audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and managing the closure of any findings.
Essential Experience and Skills:
* Will have 2 years of experience applying APQP and PPAP in an engineering or manufacturing within an aerospace.
* Experience working within an AS9100 certified environment.
* Knowledge and practical experience with PFMEA, process control, and MSA applications.
* Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) projects.
* Has knowledge of EASA
Benefits:
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Company pension scheme
* Private medical and dental insurance
* Life assurance
* Employee assistance programme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Opportunities for professional development