Quality Assurance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform in London is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to enhance their Quality Management System (QMS). The successful candidate will play a vital role in driving audit close-outs and process improvements across the organization. Ideal candidates will have experience in Quality roles, particularly within regulated environments, and possess strong communication and root cause analysis skills. This role offers a competitive salary and bonus structure along with further opportunities in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Meaningful experience in a Quality role, ideally within manufacturing or a regulated environment.
• Good knowledge of QMS and ISO standards (ISO9001 essential).
• Proven track record in supporting audit close-outs and corrective actions.
• Skilled in Root Cause Analysis tools and CAPA management.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and enhancing the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO9001 requirements.
• Leading and supporting the close-out of audit findings and corrective actions.
• Driving root cause analysis to resolve non-conformances and prevent recurrence.
• Managing QMS document control, ensuring compliance and timely updates.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Root Cause Analysis

Stakeholder Engagement

Process Improvement

Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering, Quality or related field

Tools

QMS

ISO9001

Job description

Job Description

Quality Assurance Engineer – Greenwich - £50-55,000 + Bonus + Ex. Benefits – Permanent

About the role

We9re seeking a dynamic and proactive Quality Assurance Engineer to play a pivotal role in maintaining and improving the Quality Management System (QMS). This isnt just an audit follow-up role, youll work directly with managers and stakeholders to drive audit close-outs, root cause analysis, and process improvements across all areas of the business.

Personality is just as important as technical ability: were looking for someone energetic, flexible, and assertive, able to communicate with authority, influence stakeholders, and promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

What9s in it for you

Impact 9 Play a key role in audit resolution, certification, and continuous improvement across the site

Collaboration 9 Partner with stakeholders across all UK business areas.

Growth 9 Gain exposure across all business areas with opportunities to expand your expertise in QMS, RCA, and ISO certification

Culture 9 Join a positive, agile team environment where proactive problem-solvers thrive

What you9ll be doing

• Maintaining and enhancing the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO9001 requirements
• Leading and supporting the close-out of audit findings and corrective actions, working with managers and stakeholders
• Driving root cause analysis (8D, Fishbone/Ishikawa, 5 Whys) to resolve non-conformances and prevent recurrence
• Facilitating risks and opportunities analysis, including mitigation planning
• Supporting ISO certification activities and management reviews with process owners
• Managing QMS document control, ensuring compliance and timely updates
• Identifying process gaps and improvement opportunities, working with stakeholders to implement changes
• Promoting a “Right First Time” culture across the organisation

What we9re looking for

Meaningful experience in a Quality role, ideally within manufacturing or a regulated environment

Good knowledge of QMS and ISO standards (ISO9001 essential)

Proven track record in supporting audit close-outs and corrective actions

Experienced in documentation, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement

Skilled in Root Cause Analysis tools and CAPA management

Assertive communicator with the ability to influence and support stakeholders across all levels

Agile, flexible, and proactive approach to problem-solving

Degree in Engineering, Quality or related field — open to varied industry backgrounds

Desirable

Lean Six Sigma certification (Green/Black Belt)

Background in manufacturing

Experience in supporting certification and compliance programmes

How to apply

If this sounds like the right role for you, wed love to hear from you. Please apply via LinkedIn.