We are looking for a driven and talented individual to join our quality department in a thriving precision engineering environment. This is an ideal opportunity for someone passionate about engineering quality and eager to contribute to continuous improvement, while thriving in a collaborative and supportive workplace.
What Do We Offer?
* Competitive starting salary
* 33 days annual leave, increasing with service
* Company Sick Pay Scheme
* Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme & Cash Health Plan
* Salary Sacrifice Pension
* EV and Cycle to Work Scheme
Key Responsibilities: Quality Engineering in Manufacturing
* Creation of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR's) and validation / PPAP packages to obtain customer approval during NPI projects.
* Conduct thorough analyses of production processes to identify areas for improvement.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams following analysis to address quality issues and enhance product reliability, and identify any trends.
* Monitor and report on quality metrics, providing insights for continuous improvement initiatives.
* Foster a culture of Right First Time (RFT) by promoting a quality mindset and driving initiatives for process optimisation
* Perform regular audits of manufacturing processes and systems to ensure adherence to quality standards.
* Ensure all products and processes meet internal and customer quality standards
* Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and inspection criteria to maintain accuracy and compliance in production.
* Drive the resolution of quality issues alongside engineering and production teams, using analytical and problem-solving skills.
Essential Skills For Quality Engineer Success
* Attention to detail and the ability to interpret complex technical requirements.
* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities to foster a positive and productive environment.
* Adaptability and a continuous learning mindset.
* Resilient to change and flexible where changing key priorities.
Personal Traits – Keys to Success in Quality Engineering
* Committed: Dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of quality, embracing continuous improvement, and consistently meeting deadlines.
* Responsible: Takes ownership of quality issues, ensuring compliance and high performance in all quality-related activities.
* Customer Focused: Puts the customer first ensuring clear expectations and communications are set to ensure the highest possible standard at all times.
Qualifications and Experience in Quality Engineering
* Experience of working in a CNC machining environment and dealing with aerospace or defence components would be desirable.
* Familiarity with PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) or similar qualification processes.
* Experience of working with Root Cause Analysis methodologies.
Shape the Future of Manufacturing Quality – Apply Today
If you are committed to delivering high standards, responsible in your approach, and thrive in a social and collaborative team, we encourage you to apply. Bring your skills and passion for quality engineering to our innovative manufacturing team and develop your career with us.