Plant Quality Engineer

BDR Thermea Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company committed to the energy transition and sustainable future. In this role, you will be pivotal in driving quality culture and operational excellence within production processes. Your expertise in quality tools and engineering will help shape the future of heating and hot water solutions. Collaborate with passionate colleagues in a purpose-driven environment that values innovation and creativity. If you have a hands-on approach and a desire to make a positive impact, this opportunity is perfect for you. Be part of a team that believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and supports your growth and well-being.

Benefits

Up to five working weeks holidays

Option to buy extra holidays

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of core tools like APQP, PPAP, SPC, and FMEA.
• Experience leading disciplined problem-solving activities.

Responsibilities

• Drive understanding and deployment of quality culture.
• Lead problem-solving activities and manage quality concerns.
• Monitor production processes to prevent scrap and non-conformance.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

SPC

MSA

Cpk

FMEA

Control Plans

Technical Drawings (GD&T)

Product and Process Audits

Quality Engineering

Education

Degree in Engineering Discipline

HND/HNC or equivalent

Tools

ISO 9001

Job description

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We make the energy transition a reality.

Be a part of the movement and help shape a sustainable future for all. Come and join us!

Why work for Baxi?

Baxi is a heritage heating and hot water solutions provider with big ambitions to change the way we think about and use energy. We’re focused on driving the conversations and spearheading the change that will enable us to make this happen. We have some of the best-known and trusted heating and hot water brands for residential and commercial customers including Baxi, Main, Megaflo, Remeha, Andrews Water Heaters, Potterton Commercial, Heatrae Sadia and Packaged Plant Solutions.

Our UK & Ireland business has led engineering breakthroughs and successfully adapted to be a leader in our industry for over 150 years.

Our established foothold in the heating manufacturing market with a well-respected product portfolio, an amazing army of people puts us in a position to lead the way for change, and make a lasting mark on the industry. Do you have a passion and appetite for evolution? Come and join us!

About the role:

On a daily basis you’ll be responsible for:

• Driving the understanding and deployment of a quality culture within the value streams
• Acting as the first point of contact for internal and customer quality concerns
• Leading and managing disciplined problem-solving activities from containment to the effective implementation of robust corrective and preventive actions.
• Generating, reporting, and analysing Quality KPI’s
• Raising and managing concessions.
• Continually improving the production process to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Proactively monitoring and auditing the production processes to prevent scrap and non-conformance.
• Developing & maintaining control plans and part/process verification checks/audits.
• Ensuring quality standards are maintained during new product introduction.
• Assisting with the development of PFMEA's and the submission of internal PPAP documentation.
• Supporting the development and review of internal documentation within the ISO9001 management system for Procedures, SOP’s, WI and Forms that support operational excellence.
• Providing strong support to the value stream Quality Leader in driving through operational excellence
• Operating with minimum supervision and full autonomy to drive the day-to-day activities to closure to meet customer and internal expectations.

About you

We want to make sure you’re set up for success in our mission. To be successful in your application you’ll need:

• Proven knowledge and experience of core tools APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, Cpk, FMEA, and control plans
• Strong experience of leading disciplined problem-solving activities to completion
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings (GD&T)
• Experience of completing product and process audits - ISO 9001 systems
• Self-motivation and ability to work in a team.
• A hands-on approach
• Act as Deputy for the Quality Leader
• Proven experience of working in a quality/engineering environment.
• Degree, HND/HNC or equivalent in Engineering Discipline
• Experience with Automotive or Aerospace quality systems
• ISO9001 (or higher) Lead or Internal Auditor

We offer up to five working weeks holidays in addition to the standard UK bank holidays, and we also offer the option to buy extra holidays.

At BDR Thermea Group, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are critical to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where every potential future employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. Please check out our DE&I policy on our website to find out more.

About us

At BDR Thermea Group, we don't just talk about making a difference - we live it every day. As a member of our team, you will be part of a company that is leading the way in the global energy transition, shaping the future of sustainable heating and hot water systems. You will have the opportunity to work alongside passionate colleagues who share our core values: One Team, Sustainable Future, and Customer Focus and commitment to making a positive impact on the world.

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to supporting your growth, development, and well-being. As a possible future employee, you can expect to be part of a purpose-driven environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Take the first step towards your exciting career with BDR Thermea Group and join us on our journey towards a sustainable future.