Quality Manufacturing Engineer (Contract) Location: South Yorkshire (site-based, commutable) Contract: 2–3 months initially, with potential for extension or permanent hire Start: ASAP Pro Rata Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 (depending on experience) We’re supporting a well-established manufacturing business through an exciting period of growth and new product introduction, and they’re looking for an experienced Quality Manufacturing Engineer to provide immediate support on a key project. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced environment, bring your expertise to the table, and play a crucial role in quality assurance and process improvement. For the right candidate, there’s strong potential for the contract to extend or evolve into a permanent role. What You’ll Be Doing: Maintain and improve the quality management system, including auditing, process control, and documentation. Implement and uphold quality assurance protocols to support both existing and new product lines. Support inspection, testing and measurement of components and finished products. Lead problem-solving activities, root cause investigations, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA). Collaborate with production, engineering, and leadership to ensure consistent quality output. Analyse production data and quality metrics to identify trends and drive performance improvements. Take a proactive approach to continuous improvement across processes, systems, and practices. Ensure accurate and timely flow of quality documentation, reporting, and compliance records. Contribute to a proactive safety and quality culture through hands-on leadership and engagement. What You’ll Bring: 10 years’ experience working as a Manufacturing Quality Engineer or equivalent Confident delivering NPI and CI projects. Relevant experience with metals and associated processes (Machining, fabricating, welding) Formal Six Sigma qualification (Green or Black Belt preferred). Confident in using quality tools such as 8D, PFMEAs, MSA, RCA, 5Y, etc. Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with PPAP and APQP – essential. Excellent data analysis and reporting skills with attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word. Effective communicator, able to work cross-functionally and influence change. Familiarity with quality management software/systems is advantageous. Benefits & Culture: A wide range of employee benefits Supportive and collaborative team environment Strong focus on training, upskilling, and career progression Opportunities to grow within a forward-thinking, well-established business Stable, long-term role in a company that invests in its people If you’re looking to make a tangible impact and support a growing business at a pivotal time, we want to hear from you. This role offers more than just a short-term challenge — it’s a chance to be part of something exciting, with the possibility of extending or going permanent. Apply now or contact us to learn more ((phone number removed)) Verus Recruitment Partners are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy and are an Equal opportunity employer. Keywords: NPI, CI, Continuous Improvement, APQP, PPAP, Six Sigma, Black belt, Green belt, Manufacturing Quality Engineer