Senior Quality Engineer Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 Holidays: 25 days bank holidays your birthday off Pension: Company contribution Work-Life Balance: Early finish every Friday at 12:15pm Location: Worcestershire Reference: BP 205 Senior Quality Engineer – Progression to Quality Manager Are you a quality-driven professional ready to take the next step in your career? A well-established and expanding engineering and manufacturing business in the West Midlands is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to lead quality assurance initiatives and grow into a Quality Manager role within 12 months. About the Business This UK-based manufacturer is a leader in the design and production of air and liquid-cooled heat exchangers, serving a diverse international client base across sectors such as defence, automotive, industrial, and energy. With a strong reputation for technical innovation and customer satisfaction, the company is undergoing a period of growth and transformation, making this an exciting time to join. The business prides itself on its collaborative culture, hands-on approach, and commitment to continuous improvement. You'll be working alongside experienced professionals in engineering, commercial, and purchasing teams to drive quality standards and operational excellence. The Role: Senior Quality Engineer As Senior Quality Engineer, you'll be the first point of contact for quality-related issues, including returns, rejects, and warranties. You'll lead audits, ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards, and produce high-quality NCR and 8D reports. This is a hands-on role with real impact—and a clear path to becoming a Quality Manager within 12 months. This opportunity is ideal for someone who wants to take ownership of quality systems and grow into a leadership role, shaping the future of quality assurance within the business. Key Responsibilities Manage and maintain the Business Management System (BMS) to ISO standards. Conduct internal and external audits and liaise with suppliers. Produce detailed quality reports and documentation (I.S.I.R., P.P.A.P.). Drive quality objectives and support cross-functional teams. Use advanced measuring equipment including Faro arms and CMMs. Analyse and distribute quality assurance statistical data. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Senior Quality Engineer in a manufacturing or engineering setting. Ability to read complex engineering drawings. Strong communication skills and high computer literacy. Experience with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards. Familiarity with quality tools and documentation processes. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity for a Senior Quality Engineer to fast-track their career into a Quality Manager role. You'll be empowered to lead quality initiatives, influence company-wide standards, and make a lasting impact. If you're a Senior Quality Engineer looking for career progression and the chance to lead quality strategy in a growing business, this is the role for you. The Package Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Hours: 39 hours/week (Mon–Thurs: 7:15am–4:15pm, Fri: 7:15am–12:15pm) Holidays: 25 days bank holidays (including Christmas shutdown) Birthday: Day off after qualifying period Pension: Company contribution after 3 months ATA Recruitment are working exclusively with this client we will be conducting a short list starting today, we will conduct the 1st interview over the phone and the successful candidates will then be forwarded to our client with our recommendation. If you wish to be considered for this opportunity then please respond with your intention as we are looking to fill this role in the not-so-distant future, you will then be contacting by one of our Recruitment Consultant who will be able to provide more details. Contact: Bav Patel Recruitment Consultant ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation