Quality Technician / Quality Engineer - Portadown (Manufacturing / Aerospace) CLIENT VANRATH are partnering with a leading precision engineering manufacturer in Portadown who supply into high-spec aerospace and advanced manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth, they are now recruiting a Quality Technician / Quality Engineer to support Quality Management and drive continuous improvement within production. The Ideal Person * Previous experience in engineering manufacturing (precision, aerospace, CNC, fabrication or similar) * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings * Experience with metrology tools (calipers / micrometers etc) * Strong communication, analytical and problem solving skills * Ability to work cross-functionally with Production, Quality and Engineering teams Desirable * Experience within a Quality role (PPAP / FAIR / NCR / Root Cause etc) * Knowledge of AS9100 * Six Sigma green belt * Degree / HNC / HND Responsibilities * Support Quality Manager in audit activity and continuous improvement of the QMS * Carry out internal audits and assist with customer / supplier / AS9100 audits * Support PPAP activities (MSA, SPC, PFMEA, PCP, FAIR) * Manage NCRs, root cause analysis and corrective actions (8D / 5 Whys / A3) * Support reduction of scrap, rework and non-value add activity * Support supplier quality investigations and drive zero defect improvements * Assist with quality reporting, KPI tracking and MRB activities Remuneration - Competitive salary (DOE) benefits including: * Generous annual leave * Enhanced Mat/Pat leave * Pension * Healthcare plan * Flexible working hours * Free onsite parking * Gym subsidy Hours Mon-Thu: 07:00-16:00 (or 08:00-17:15) Fri: 07:00-12:00 (or 08:00-12:00) For further information on this role, or any other Quality roles in Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Dan Orr in the strictest confidence. Follow VANRATH on LinkedIn for: Expert career advice. The latest Top Jobs. Industry News. And much more Benefits: Competitive Salary and Benefits