Overview
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Job Summary: Due to continued growth and new contracts, we currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Quality Engineer with a strong manufacturing background to join the team at Greenfield Engineering. The quality engineer role will oversee and work with teams at both our manufacturing sites. Further development of our procedures end-to-end to drive continuous improvement to enhance efficiency and reduce the opportunities for defects.
Responsibilities
* Conduct inspections, tests, and audits on products and manufacturing processes.
* Take responsibility for recording, progressing, communicating with customers, and closing off issues that have arisen using 8D and other problem-solving techniques.
* Train, mentor, and educate staff and apprentices on quality control best practices.
* Identify defects and implement corrective and preventative action within the team (CAPA).
* Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to drive improvements in quality performance.
* Collaborate across the company including sales, design, and order processing wherever issues arise, supporting design reviews and prototype builds.
* Develop, implement, and maintain quality control procedures and policies.
* Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with ISO, BS, or other relevant standards with section leaders.
* Prepare and present quality reports in senior management team review meetings.
* Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
We are looking for an experienced Quality Engineer with demonstrable history of success, coupled with a sound understanding of engineering principles. Key areas of competency we require will include:
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook etc)
* Proactive attitude towards problem-solving and process improvements
* HNC in a relevant Engineering discipline or equivalent qualification (desirable)
* ISO qualified Lead Auditor (would be advantageous)
* Conscientious and responsible
* A proven track record of driving continuous quality improvement in a manufacturing environment
* A keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach
* Good understanding of engineering drawings
* Excellent communication and networking skills
Pay And Schedule
Pay Range:
Schedule: 0 Friday 08.00 14.00
Benefits
* Participation in company events and team activities
* Access to staff discount schemes at local businesses
* Comprehensive pension and health & wellbeing programmes
* On-site parking and access to modern staff facilities
* A referral programme offering additional incentives
Ideal Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will be forward thinking, able to work independently to pre-empt and reduce quality issues through pro-active measures. They will have a strong hands-on approach with plenty of shop floor presence. Experience in quality best practices such as APQP and PPAP, with good understanding of:
* Statistical Process Control (SPC)
* Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
* Process Flow Diagrams (PFD)
An ambitious and result-driven individual who is passionate about Right First Time and wants to contribute to the continuing success of the business. Ability to update and maintain all quality records and to have good communication and IT skills.
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Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Quality Assurance
Industries
* Civil Engineering
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