Quality Engineer / Internal Auditor
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: Circa £40,000 + benefits
Sector: Aerospace Manufacturing / Precision Engineering
We are recruiting for an aerospace engineering business seeking a Mid/Senior level Quality Engineer / Internal Auditor to join its growing divisional quality team based in Greater Manchester.
This is an excellent opportunity for a quality professional with experience operating within an EN9100 / AS9100 environment who is looking to develop their career within a highly regulated engineering sector. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting quality assurance, compliance, auditing, and continuous improvement activities across multiple manufacturing sites.
The Role
Working as part of the divisional quality function, you will support and maintain the Integrated Management System (IMS) while driving quality-focused improvements across several engineering and manufacturing facilities.
The role will involve a combination of internal auditing, compliance, document control, supplier quality support, and continuous improvement activities.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct internal EN9100 / AS9100 audits across multiple manufacturing and engineering sites
Support compliance and continuous improvement activities across the Integrated Management System (IMS)
Lead investigations and support closure of audit-related non-conformances
Drive proactive quality improvement initiatives using tools such as:
8D
RCCA
Ishikawa / Fishbone analysis
Maintain and control IMS documentation and configuration records
Review and verify quality documentation for completeness and compliance
Support supplier quality activities including supplier assessments and periodic reviews
Analyse quality trends and identify improvement opportunities
Support and mentor QA/QC personnel where appropriate
Present audit findings and improvement activities to key stakeholders and leadership teams
Travel between sites as required for auditing activitiesEssential Requirements
Experience working within an EN9100 / AS9100 quality management environment
Previous experience within aerospace, precision engineering, or another highly regulated manufacturing environment
Understanding of quality systems, compliance, and continuous improvement methodologies
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Good IT skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Full UK driving licenceDesirable Experience
Internal auditing experience
EN9100 / AS9100 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor certification
ISO14001 Internal or Lead Auditor exposure
Experience leading RCCA or quality improvement activitiesTraining & Development
Candidates with existing EN9100 Lead Auditor certification would be of particular interest; however, this is not essential, and further training can be provided for the right individual.
This opportunity would suit someone looking to further develop their career within aerospace quality and compliance while gaining broader exposure across a multi-site engineering environment.
Package & Benefits
33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
Career progression and training opportunities
Employee discount scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Discounted gym membership
Free onsite parkingAdditional Information
Two-stage onsite interview processIf you are interested in discussing the opportunity further, please apply with an up-to-date CV to Coral at DCS
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