Process Quality Engineer

ProFound People; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ProFound People is seeking a Process & Quality Engineer in Adelaide for a permanent position. This role requires a degree in relevant engineering disciplines and at least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include monitoring processes, conducting root cause analyses, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

The successful candidate will drive continuous improvement initiatives, support audits, and collaborate with teams to enhance production efficiency. A strong understanding of quality management systems is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Process Engineering or Quality Engineering in manufacturing.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 and quality compliance requirements.
• Experience developing and improving manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve manufacturing processes for efficiency and quality.
• Investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct root cause analysis and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong knowledge of quality management systems

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Root cause analysis techniques

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma methodologies

Analysing production data

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial or Quality Engineering

Job description

SALARY - $90,000 - $110,000 per annum, dependent on experience

TYPE – Permanent

My client is a leading manufacturer of precision-engineered products. They are looking for a Process & Quality Engineer to join their team in Adelaide on a permanent basis.

The Process & Quality Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Engineering or similar
• At least 2 years of experience in a Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Continuous Improvement or Quality Engineering position in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and quality assurance processes
• Experience with root cause analysis techniques, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies
• Understanding of ISO 9001 and quality compliance requirements
• Experience developing and improving manufacturing processes and work instructions
• Able to analyse production data and identify process improvement opportunities
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Able to manage multiple projects and work to deadlines
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams

The Process & Quality Engineer role will involve:

• Monitoring and improving manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, quality and productivity
• Investigating quality issues and implementing corrective and preventative actions
• Conducting root cause analysis and driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Developing and maintaining process documentation, work instructions and quality procedures
• Supporting internal and external quality audits
• Ensuring products meet customer, regulatory and company quality standards
• Working closely with production, engineering and supply chain teams to resolve manufacturing issues
• Analysing production and quality performance data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Participating in new product introduction activities and process validation
• Implementing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma improvement projects
• Supporting supplier quality activities and non-conformance investigations
• Driving a culture of quality and continuous improvement across the business

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.