Quality Engineer - Steel Manufacturing Job title: AFAC Quality Engineer (Steel Manufacturing) Department: Quality Responsible to: Senior Quality Engineer Hours: 40 Hours The Role As the Quality Engineer responsible for the Steel Manufacturing Factory, you will lead quality assurance activities across all steel frame manufacturing operations. You will ensure the delivery of high quality components by developing and maintaining quality systems, supporting new product introduction, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and RFT performance. This role requires a practical, data driven approach with a strong understanding of dimensional control, process validation, and compliance with ISO 9001. You will also be responsible for leading and managing one Quality Technician to support daily inspection tasks and frontline quality engagement on the shop floor. Key Responsibilities Quality & Manufacturing Processes Lead quality control activities across machining, forming, brazing, and assembly operations. Create, own and maintain Control Plans, Quality Standards and Quality Inspection Plans for all steel components. Collaborate with Engineering on PFMEAs, DFMEAs and product validation requirements. Support process capability studies and implement statistical process control (SPC) Drive investigations into non-conformances using structured problem-solving (5-Why, Ishikawa, 8D). Conduct internal audits and support external/supplier audits to ISO 9001 standards. Monitor and report key Quality KPIs, including scrap rates, RFT%, and defect trends. Implement and maintain visual standards, gauging instructions, and standardised work documents. Champion continuous improvement initiatives using Lean or Six Sigma methodologies. Liaise with cross-functional teams across Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain. Leading, developing and managing a Quality Technician Quality Engineering projects Identify areas of inefficiency or poor quality to help with the prioritisation of work. Be responsible for collecting data, timings, operator feedback where necessary. Undertake 5S projects and be responsible for clean working environments and machinery. Skills and Requirements Engineering-based experience and knowledge. Proficient with interpreting technical drawings (GD&T) and technical assembly procedures Proficient with manual measurement techniques, CMM experience would be an advantage but is not required A hands-on practical approach, Appreciation of the importance in standardisation and process control. Self-motivation and a constant desire to improve the status quo. Quality Skillset & Behaviours Problem Solving Techniques & Root Cause Analysis, Managing Corrective & Preventative Actions Understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings Comply with the Health, Safety and Environmental Policies Assertive, optimistic, resilient and welcomes change Engages with interest and participation of others with a collaborative approach Proactively contributes to the team Shows moral courage, openness, and honesty in all dealings Desirable (but not essential) Six Sigma Green Belt certification Experience in metal forming or mechanical assembly environments Familiarity with metrology equipment or CMM inspection processes Knowledge of APQP or PPAP documentation frameworks Experience in welding and/or brazing