Quality Engineer
£35,000 - £40,000 (DOE)
Are you a hands-on problem solver from a high-reliability engineering environment? Do you take ownership of root cause analysis, implement robust corrective actions, and operate confidently on the shop floor?
This is not an inspection role. It is a position for someone who can lead structured problem-solving, drive meaningful corrective action, and uphold high standards within a precision manufacturing setting.
The Role
We are seeking a technically strong individual to take ownership of quality issues from identification through to verified resolution, ensuring minimal customer impact at all times.
While the title is Quality Engineer, we are equally open to Production Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Quality Specialists or similar engineering professionals, provided you possess the core problem-solving capability and high-reliability manufacturing experience required. Job titles can be misleading; capability is what matters.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Root Cause Analysis using 8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa and FMEA
Implement and verify corrective and preventive actions (not simply raise them)
Manage customer returns and supplier corrective actions
Interpret and confidently read engineering drawings and specifications
Support new product introductions to ensure robust builds
Work closely with production teams to resolve shop-floor issues
Conduct internal audits (AS9100 / AS13100)
Manage and process calibration activities (approx. 25% of role post-training)
Write and amend procedures and work instructions
Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with internal quality systems
Processing items for calibration
Managing calibrated gauges, instruments, CMMs, oven controls and liaising with third-party calibration providers.
What We're Looking For
Essential
Proven Root Cause Analysis experience (8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa, FMEA)
Demonstrable track record of implementing corrective actions
Experience within high-reliability manufacturing (Aerospace, Automotive, Engineering or similar)
Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Hands-on shop-floor credibility
Previous experience in a QE or engineering role with equivalent responsibility
High level of attention to detail - your CV should clearly reflect your experience
Desirable
AS9100 internal audit experience
Knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodologies
Auditing and calibration systems can be further developed; structured problem-solving capability and technical credibility are the priority.
Working Hours
Choose from:
7:00am-4:00pm (Mon-Thurs) & 7:00am-12:00pm (Fri)
or
8:00am-5:00pm (Mon-Thurs) & 8:00am-1:00pm (Fri)
Early Friday finishes every week.
Why Apply?
Genuine ownership of quality performance
High-impact role within a precision engineering environment
Strong focus on structured problem-solving and continuous improvement
Broader exposure to quality systems and compliance
Development and progression opportunities
Early Friday finishes
At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions.
We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.
Our commitment:
Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.
Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes.
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