Precision Quality Engineer – Aerospace/Manufacturing

Nicholas Associates; Wickford; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering company is seeking a Quality Engineer to maintain certifications and ensure compliance within modern manufacturing facilities. Responsibilities include conducting audits, compiling documentation, and implementing quality systems. Candidates should have experience in aerospace or similar industries with a strong knowledge of continuous improvement techniques like Lean and Kaizen. Offering a salary of up to £45,000 plus benefits including holidays and pension.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Annual pay rises

Pension

Free parking

Modern work environment

Uniform

Qualifications

• Strong background in aerospace, machining, fabrication, or similar.
• Knowledge of 6 Sigma process beneficial.
• Competent in driving quality across a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Quality Manager in maintaining certifications.
• Conduct product and system audits for compliance.
• Compile documentation for product delivery and traceability.
• Interpret engineering drawings for quality standards.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Detect and investigate non-conformances with corrective actions.
• Define process control methods and develop work instructions.

Skills

Data collection and analysis

Implementing quality systems

Lean/problem-solving techniques (8D)

Kaizen

Job description

A precision engineering company is seeking a Quality Engineer to maintain certifications and ensure compliance within modern manufacturing facilities. Responsibilities include conducting audits, compiling documentation, and implementing quality systems. Candidates should have experience in aerospace or similar industries with a strong knowledge of continuous improvement techniques like Lean and Kaizen. Offering a salary of up to £45,000 plus benefits including holidays and pension.