QMS Engineer

Gerrell & Hard Limited; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Gerrell & Hard Limited in Southampton is seeking a Quality Systems Engineer to drive the QMS, lead internal audits and support external audits. You will coordinate corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing, engineering and R&D, ensuring ISO9001:2015 compliance.

The role combines auditing, system management and hands‑on problem‑solving, with scope to deliver measurable quality enhancements in a growing, high‑tech environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with internal audits to ISO9001:2015.
• Background in quality management within manufacturing/engineering.
• Solid understanding of QMS and document control.
• Excellent organisation, communication and influencing skills.
• Analytical, methodical approach to problem‑solving.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, perform and report internal QMS audits per ISO9001:2015.
• Coordinate and support third‑party and customer audits.
• Manage non‑conformity reporting, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain and improve the QMS, including document control and change management.
• Update procedures and training materials for quality processes.
• Deliver training and inductions for staff and refresher sessions.
• Report quality metrics and support management reviews.
• Contribute to NPI quality audits and cross‑functional activities.
• Provide day‑to‑day quality system support across manufacturing, engineering and R&D.

Skills

Internal audit

ISO9001:2015

Quality management

Auditing

Document control

Corrective actions

Root cause analysis

Training delivery

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Engineering degree

Manufacturing degree

Job description

Quality Systems Engineer
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000
Permanent Role

About the Company

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, high-technology manufacturer. The company is introducing new products at pace and is investing heavily in quality and operational excellence — making this a pivotal time to join.

The Role

As Quality Systems Engineer, you’ll play a key part in ensuring the continued effectiveness and development of the Quality Management System (QMS). You’ll lead internal audits, support external audits, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the business. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to identify non-conformities, coordinate corrective actions, and maintain compliance with ISO9001:2015 and related quality standards.

This role combines auditing, system management, and hands‑on problem‑solving, offering great scope to make a visible impact in a growing and technically advanced business.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, perform and report on internal QMS audits in line with ISO9001:2015 requirements.
• Coordinate and support third‑party and customer audits.
• Manage non‑conformity reporting, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain and improve the QMS, including document control and change management systems.
• Update and develop procedures and training materials for quality system processes.
• Deliver training and inductions for new starters and refresher sessions across teams.
• Report key quality metrics and support management reviews.
• Contribute to new product introduction (NPI) quality audits.
• Provide day-to-day quality system support to teams across manufacturing, engineering and R&D.

About You

You’ll be a detail-driven quality professional with strong auditing experience and a structured approach to systems and process improvement. You’ll enjoy working across departments to embed best practice and maintain compliance in a dynamic, engineering‑led environment.

Skills & Experience Required

• Experienced internal auditor to ISO9001:2015 (Lead Auditor qualification desirable).
• Proven experience in a quality management or systems role within a manufacturing or engineering setting.
• Solid understanding of QMS principles and document control.
• Excellent organisational, communication and influencing skills.
• Analytical and methodical approach to problem‑solving.
• Able to work independently, manage competing priorities and remain calm under pressure.

Desirable

• Degree in engineering, manufacturing or business discipline.
• Experience within automotive, electronics or similar quality‑led industries.
• Membership of a relevant professional body.