Quality Control Engineer

Strongfield; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Oxfordshire is seeking a Quality Control Engineer to support its manufacturing team. The role involves ensuring product quality and compliance through detailed assessments of production processes and documentation. This position promises growth and career development in a dynamic engineering environment, offering competitive benefits and a focus on your professional development.

Benefits

Highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme

4x salary Life Assurance

Personalized training and development plan

Healthcare Plan

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Occupational Health support

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in relevant engineering field.
• Experience with quality control methods.
• Understanding of best practice quality tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate remedial and improvement activities to ensure zero defects.
• Assess production process compliance and system conformance.
• Review production documents and ensure necessary training.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Computer literacy

Ability to influence teams

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Quality control tools

Root cause analysis tools

Job description

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Our Aerospace Client

Based in Oxfordshire, this company is a world leader in their specialization. Join them as a Quality Control Engineer within their Quality Control department in Oxfordshire.

You will support their manufacturing team by coordinating remedial and improvement activities aiming for zero defects in quality and delivery. Your responsibilities include assessing production process and system conformance, ensuring all necessary training is in place and auditable, and reviewing production documents such as process specifications, drawings, build plans, and test procedures.

The future of engineering and manufacturing is evolving. To future-proof your career, our client invests in your development, promising long-term growth and skill enhancement. Their employees have progressed into fields like supply chain logistics, explosives, research & design, and human engineering.

Characteristics & Skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Concentration and focus
• Honesty and transparency
• Ability to work in an agile manner
• Commitment to high standards
• Alignment with our client's values

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside industry experts, develop new skills, and gain valuable industry experience.

Your Benefits

• Highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme (18+)
• 4x salary Life Assurance (18+)
• Personalized training and development plan
• Healthcare Plan
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Occupational Health support
• Workplace Nursery Benefit scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

Experience and Knowledge Required

• Understanding of best practice quality tools and techniques
• Experience with root cause analysis tools
• Practical knowledge of manufacturing quality control methods
• Ability to analyze practices and plan improvements
• Ensuring completion and validation of corrective actions
• Attention to detail in incident documentation
• Effective communication skills across organizational levels
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Computer literacy
• Quick grasp of technical issues and problem-solving skills
• Structured and methodical work approach
• Ability to influence teams and resolve quality concerns
• Judgment, decision-making, and technical expertise
• Drive for results and self-motivation
• Organizational and collaborative skills

Educational Qualifications

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or HND in Mechanical Engineering.

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undergo BPSS Security Clearance.