Manufacturing Quality Engineer: Process, Audit & Improvement

Kinetic plc; Flint; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic plc, a leading manufacturer, seeks an experienced Quality Engineer for a permanent days role. You will uphold high QA standards across manufacturing, supporting the QMS and customer requirements. You will join a small team ensuring compliance and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include audits, CAPA, problem solving, and data-driven quality monitoring. 3+ years in manufacturing with QA tools is preferred; Lean/Six Sigma training is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience in a certified QMS (IATF 16949 and/or ISO 9001).
• Manufacturing environment experience; 3+ years preferred.
• Knowledge of core quality tools and problem-solving methods.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, standards and specs.
• Lean/Six Sigma training or experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Promote proactive safety culture and assist with safety resolutions.
• Maintain and improve QMS documentation and procedures.
• Conduct internal audits per plan and ensure robust processes.
• Lead and support 8D, PPS, Kaizen, and A3 problem solving.
• Support CAPA and root cause analysis with corrective actions.
• Monitor key quality metrics and drive improvements.
• Manage non-conforming material from containment to disposition.

Skills

Quality management

Audit & compliance

Root cause analysis

Structured problem solving

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

HND or equivalent (Desirable)

Tools

APQP

PPAP

PFMEA

Control Plans

SPC

MSA

Minitab

SAP or similar system

Job description

Kinetic plc, a leading manufacturer, seeks an experienced Quality Engineer for a permanent days role. You will uphold high QA standards across manufacturing, supporting the QMS and customer requirements. You will join a small team ensuring compliance and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include audits, CAPA, problem solving, and data-driven quality monitoring. 3+ years in manufacturing with QA tools is preferred; Lean/Six Sigma training is desirable.