Founded over 40 years ago, our client is a leading sheet metal fabrication specialist with a reputation for excellence across the Rail, Electrical, Construction, and Automotive sectors. With over 200 employees and annual revenues exceeding £15 million, we are expanding rapidly into high-growth markets such as Defence and Nuclear. Join us and be a part of our continued success.
Responsibilities
* Lead quality improvement initiatives across manufacturing departments.
* Analyse non-conformance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
* Oversee First Article Inspection (FAI) and Initial Sample Inspection Report (ISIR) processes.
* Investigate internal and external non-conformances; perform root cause analysis.
* Implement corrective and preventive measures to eliminate recurring issues.
* Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and inspection documentation.
* Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
* Manage disposition of non-conforming materials.
* Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure customer requirements are consistently met.
* Liaise with customers regarding quality issues, rejections, and resolutions.
* Attend on- and off-site quality meetings and reviews.
* Assist the Quality Manager with calibration and maintenance of measuring equipment.
* Support contract review processes with a focus on quality considerations.
* Provide leadership and mentoring to the inspection team.
* Maintain and manage inspection team qualifications, approvals, and training records.
* Demonstrate strong knowledge of quality standards including ISO 9001, BS EN 3834, BS EN 15085, and BS EN 1090.
About You
* Proven experience in a quality engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
* Confident working independently and within cross-functional teams.
* Familiarity with inspection techniques and tools.
* Understanding of quality control procedures and continuous improvement methodologies.
* Competency in interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
* Experience with standards such as ISO 9001, BS EN 1090, and similar is preferred.
Benefits
* Competitive salary based on experience.
* Alternate four-day workweek (7:00am - 5:00pm, Monday to Thursday - 38 hours).
* 25 days holiday + statutory holidays.
* Financial support for professional certifications.
* Pension scheme.
* Birthday bonus.
* Subsidised on-site canteen.
* Discounted PureGym membership
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