Production / Quality Engineer

The Workshop; North Baddesley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Workshop in Southampton is seeking a Quality Engineer to join a well-established engineering manufacturer delivering precision components to aerospace, defence and oil & gas sectors.

In this permanent role you will support product quality from hands-on inspection to CAPAs, perform high-level inspections (CMM, ISIR, FAIRs) and contribute to new product development with practical input and training across the team.

Qualifications

• Experience with quality inspection in engineering manufacturing.
• Hands-on involvement in inspection, trials and testing to ensure part quality.
• Experience with non-conformance investigations and CAPAs.
• Ability to read drawings and create work instructions and inspection drawings.
• Knowledge of quality standards and process improvement in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Support management in achieving business objectives and uphold QHSE standards.
• Carry out hands-on tool assembly, inspections, trials and testing.
• Perform high-level inspections (CMM, ISIR, FAIRs) and support product development.
• Create work instructions and sales/inspection drawings.
• Assist with production troubleshooting and non-conformance investigations.
• Train colleagues and apply mechanical engineering knowledge to improvements.

Skills

Self-motivated

Timekeeping

Team player

Flexible

Continuous learning

Problem-solving

Education

Tools

CMM

Job description

Quality Engineer £35,000 - £40,000 Permanent Southampton

Job Purpose

Our client is a well-established engineering manufacturer, delivering high-quality, precision components to a range of industries including aerospace, defence and oil & gas. This role involves carrying out operational tasks within your assigned area while supporting ongoing training and improvement initiatives. You will continuously build your knowledge of products and processes, taking responsibility for your work and contributing positively to the wider team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support management at all levels in achieving business objectives Adhere to all Quality, Health & Safety, and Environmental standards Develop a strong understanding of all activities within your work area Maintain high standards of housekeeping across all workspaces Carry out any reasonable tasks requested by management New Product Introduction & Development Carry out hands‑on tool assembly, inspections, trials, and testing Perform high‑level inspections (CMM, ISIR, FAIRs) Support product development projects with technical input Train colleagues in rubber moulding processes Engage with customers where required Production Support Perform general engineering tasks including press builds, repairs, maintenance, and improvements Conduct inspections (CMM, ISIR, FAIRs) and provide training as needed Create work instructions and sales/inspection drawings Assist with production troubleshooting Take ownership of non-conformance investigations and implement corrective actions (CAPAs) Support training activities across the team Apply strong mechanical engineering knowledge

Skills & Attributes

• Self‑motivated with excellent timekeeping Strong team player with the ability to build professional relationships Flexible, enthusiastic, and positive in approach Committed to continuous learning and personal development Strong problem‑solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement

Benefits and hours

• 8‑5 Monday to Thursday 8‑3 Friday 30 min lunch (other breaks as required, IE if working in Production area, can take tea breaks, if in the office, cuppa at your desk)
• Standard company pension after 3 months Uniform supplied, obviously safety equipment Social Fund for events – Christmas Party, fully funded including partners and Taxis.
• 25 Days holiday, every 5 Years served, gets an additional day per year (Max of 3), also Holiday buy / sell scheme , up to 3 days either direction. Usual bank holiday.