Process & Quality Systems Engineer
Location: Manchester
Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 5:00pm, Friday 8:30am – 3:30pm
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000
About the Role
People Solutions are recruiting for a Process & Quality Systems Engineer to join a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation based in Manchester. This is a full-time, permanent role offering excellent career progression, training, and the opportunity to work with a supportive and skilled team.
You will be responsible for driving both process engineering and quality system performance, ensuring compliance, continuous improvement, and operational excellence across the value stream.
Key Responsibilities
Process Engineering:
* Complete day-to-day process engineering activities within the value stream.
* Use standardised tools and processes for consistent execution (PFMEA, Control Plans, SOPs).
* Develop and maintain detailed production process maps and improvement plans.
* Implement process control measures, including SPC techniques, to improve OEE.
* Conduct process capability studies, statistical analysis, and data-driven decision-making.
* Support introduction of new products and processes; work cross-functionally with Manufacturing Engineering.
* Participate in Lean improvement events and support root cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive measures.
* Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Quality Systems Engineering:
* Drive the performance of the organisation’s Quality System, ensuring compliance and continual improvement.
* Implement and maintain Business Management Systems (BMS) and procedures across the organisation.
* Support APQP processes and maintain documentation to ensure product and process quality.
* Manage non-conformances, customer/supplier quality issues, and internal/external audits.
* Monitor manufacturing performance data to identify improvements for scrap reduction and right-first-time performance.
* Report on Process & Quality KPIs and contribute to annual improvement plans.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Work closely with value stream teams, engineers, and production staff to ensure smooth operations and project delivery.
* Support cross-functional teams with technical troubleshooting, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Significant experience in Process Engineering within complex manufacturing environments.
* Experience in Quality Management Systems (ISO9001/AS9100) and trained AS9100 Auditor.
* Skilled in Yamazumi, Time-study (MOST), SOPs, Value Stream Mapping, SPC, PFMEA, Control Plans.
* Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, including GD&T.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills; able to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
* Driving licence and ability to travel to customers or suppliers at short notice.
Desirable Skills
* Experience designing and implementing new processes and process improvements.
* Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing tools: Single Piece Flow, Jidoka, SMED, 5S.
* Knowledge of project management tools (Microsoft Project, Gantt charts, Project Charters).
* Experience with ERP systems to support process and quality activities.
Training & Development
* On-the-job training provided.
* Support for professional development, process improvement initiatives, and Lean methodologies
Contact
* f you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, apply today by clicking the link below or get in touch with our recruitment team to find out more
People Solutions do not charge any of their candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process