Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

We are working with a leading advanced manufacturing organisation to recruit a Quality Engineer. This is a key role within the Quality team, supporting operations, customers and suppliers while driving continuous improvement and ensuring compliance across complex manufacturing processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a quality professional with experience in highly regulated environments to take ownership of quality activities and influence business-wide performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide Quality support across operations, customers and suppliers to optimise performance and minimise disruption
• Lead and support root cause investigations (RCCA) for internal and external quality issues
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, FMEA, APQP and other quality tools
• Conduct data analysis and reporting using statistical tools (e.g. Minitab) to support business decisions
• Support and carry out internal and external audits, including customer and regulatory audits
• Review specifications to ensure compliance and protect business interests
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations and global teams to resolve quality challenges
• Maintain and improve Quality Management Systems (QMS) and associated processes
• Ensure ERP and quality systems are aligned with customer and internal requirements
• Promote a strong quality culture across the site, maintaining visibility on the shop floor

Key Requirements

• Degree qualified in a scientific or engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience working within a complex Quality Management System environment
• Experience within aerospace, automotive or another highly regulated manufacturing industry
• Working knowledge of AS9100, IATF 16949 and/or ISO9001 (NADCAP awareness desirable)
• Strong experience in root cause analysis, problem solving and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience with statistical analysis tools such as Minitab
• Confident communicator, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels
• Experience supporting audits and working with customers and suppliers
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment