Are you a hands-on quality professional with proven APQP and PPAP experience? Step into a senior role where youll lead new product launches, drive Right First Time quality, and embed best practice across operations and suppliers. Initially hands-on, youll have the chance to grow and lead a small quality team.
Were looking for a LeadQuality Engineer to lead from the front. This is a senior, highly technical role where youll:
* Own APQP deployment across new product launches, process changes, and supplier activities.
* Lead PFMEA, Control Plans, validations, and ensure Right First Time quality across all operations.
* Engage directly with customers, auditors, and senior stakeholders to demonstrate robust quality systems.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives and embed best practice across the business.
* Initially hands-on, with the potential to grow and lead a small quality engineering team.
What you need to succeed:
1. Proven experience in APQP and PPAP (candidates without this experience on their CV will not be considered).
2. Several yearsexperience in manufacturing quality engineering, preferably in safety-critical or high-integrity sectors.
3. Degree in engineering or quality-related discipline (CQP status desirable).
4. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communica...