Production Quality Engineer

Multimatic; Thetford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Production Quality Engineer, where your expertise in quality management will drive excellence in manufacturing. In this role, you'll tackle quality-related challenges, implement corrective actions, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to uphold safety and quality standards. With a commitment to continuous improvement, you'll utilize techniques like Six-Sigma and Kaizen to enhance processes and products. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a global enterprise dedicated to technical excellence and quality, while working in a dynamic and inclusive environment that values your skills and passion.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing quality-related issues in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of ISO9001 and TS16949 standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage quality-related issues within the manufacturing team.
• Conduct audits and ensure compliance with quality management systems.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Quality Management Systems

Continuous Improvement

Six-Sigma

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Quality Management Software

Job description

Production Quality Engineer page is loaded

Production Quality Engineer

Apply locations: Thetford, Norfolk

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted Yesterday

Job requisition id: JR101404

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage all quality-related issues within the manufacturing team (e.g. internal, supplier, customer, and customer warranty).

Identify root cause and instigate permanent corrective actions for product quality issues.

Work with internal and external stakeholders to resolve quality issues that arise as quickly and efficiently as possible to prevent compromising quality and safety standards.

Carry out product and process auditing.

Ensure control plans and associated documentation are implemented effectively and maintained.

Monitor and report on quality-related key performance indicators including scrap monitoring, rework levels, parts per million (PPM) figures.

Ensure compliance and assist with adherence to the Quality Management system (TS16949/ISO9001).

Report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in order to adhere to process and prevent occurrence of any non-conformity relating to product, process, or system.

Promote the use of customer preferred techniques for continuous improvement such as Six-Sigma, Poka-Yoke (Error Proofing), and Measurement System Analysis.

Undertake special projects as required including:

• Contribute to continuous improvement activities
• Quality control of work by appropriate reviews
• Support and lead process improvement activities
• Write reports and present progress at project meetings and to clients
• Conduct benchmarking studies to determine best practices/designs and future trends
• Plan projects or subtasks so they may be tracked and presented
• Attend various meetings and action/communicate instructions
• Produce written reports and make presentations
• Undertake continuous training and development
• Perform root cause analysis and resolve problems

Supports all company and department activities associated with meeting the goal in the “Presidents Message”.

Adopts and practices Kaizen principles and concepts, participates in continuous improvement and GEAR activities.

Follows all general procedures as indicated in the General Procedures section of the Level 3 Procedures Manual.

Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management systems. Maintains working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner.

Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

If you are interested in this position, apply by sending us your cover letter and resume.

We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, recruitment-related accommodations for disabilities are available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.

About Multimatic

Multimatic is a global enterprise supplying engineered components, systems, and services to the automotive industry. The company's success has been fueled by its ability to attract and motivate a team of highly skilled and passionate individuals who want to make a difference. With expanding facilities around the world, including in Canada, the US, the UK, Germany, Mexico, Japan, and China, there is always room in Multimatic's growing team for people who share a dedication to technical excellence, quality, and enthusiasm.