Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Octagon Group; Oldham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer in the semiconductor industry is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer for their Oldham location. The ideal candidate will oversee quality assurance processes and drive compliance with ISO and IATF standards. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and experience in wafer fab manufacturing. This role offers an exciting opportunity for those looking to influence quality standards in a complex production environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Supplier Quality Engineer or Manufacturing Quality Engineer preferred.
• Certified VDA 6.3 and IATF 16949 auditor (by VDA QMC).

Responsibilities

• Establish and monitor quality control systems within manufacturing.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure process capability and stability.
• Support audits and compliance with ISO and IATF standards.
• Act as the link between customer quality feedback and internal process improvements.
• Drive cross-functional problem-solving and yield improvement initiatives.

Skills

Experience in wafer fab or semiconductor manufacturing

Excellent communication skills

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant Engineering discipline

Master's degree in relevant Engineering discipline

Job description

Manufacturing Quality Engineer - Oldham, Greater Manchester

We're currently recruiting for an exciting Manufacturing Quality Engineer job with one of our key clients in Oldham, Greater Manchester — a leading global manufacturer within the semiconductor and electronics industry. This job offers a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation committed to innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement in manufacturing quality.

In this job, you'll play a crucial role in strengthening internal quality assurance processes, overseeing in-process quality control, and supporting proactive quality management initiatives across European operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and monitor quality control systems within manufacturing.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure process capability and stability.
• Support audits and compliance with ISO and IATF standards.
• Act as the link between customer quality feedback and internal process improvements.
• Coordinate with global wafer fabs, assembly/test sites, and subcontractors to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Drive cross-functional problem-solving and yield improvement initiatives.

Skills and Experience required

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant Engineering discipline (Master's desirable).
• Experience in wafer fab or semiconductor manufacturing.
• Certified VDA 6.3 and IATF 16949 auditor (by VDA QMC).
• Background as a Supplier Quality Engineer or Manufacturing Quality Engineer preferred.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

This is an excellent job opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing Quality Engineer looking to take ownership of quality processes in a complex, global manufacturing environment.

If you're ready for your next challenge, apply today with your CV to be considered for this outstanding Manufacturing Quality Engineer job in Oldham, Greater Manchester.