Quality Engineer – Salary up to £36,000 per annum, based in Gillingham, Kent. Days role working Mon to Fri (early finish on Friday). Permanent position.
Our client is a well‑established and renowned engineering company. They are seeking a Quality Engineer to join their Gillingham site in Kent, reporting to the Operations Manager. The role is a stand‑alone position that will collaborate with Inspectors and other shop‑floor staff.
Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain quality procedures
* Conduct audits to ensure compliance
* Goods‑in inspection
* Liaise with Sales to resolve customer issues
* Implement corrective and preventative actions
* Maintain accurate quality records
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the business
* Ensure calibration of quality control equipment
* Carry out internal audits, ensuring procedures meet internal and external standards
* Review and approve manufacturing and packaging documentation (SOPs and RAs)
* Ongoing development of the QMS in line with continuous improvement programmes
* Lead and support customer and regulatory audits (including BS audits)
Qualifications
* HND or equivalent in an engineering‑related subject (preferred)
* Experience in a quality assurance role within manufacturing
* NEBOSH certified
* Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and quality systems
* Good problem‑solving and analytical skills
* Proficient with quality control tools and MS Office
* Root cause analysis expertise
* Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate at all levels
* Enthusiasm for continuous improvement initiatives
Benefits
* 33 days holiday
* Pension scheme
* Onsite parking
* Employee welfare scheme
This role offers the opportunity to join a reputable organization during a sustained period of growth.
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