Quality Control Engineer

The West Group Ltd; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quality assurance firm in Waterlooville is seeking a proactive Quality Control Engineer to drive corrective actions and support quality initiatives. Responsibilities include leading investigations into non-conformances and collaborating with teams to resolve quality issues. Candidates should have HNC or higher in a relevant engineering discipline, experience with ISO13485 standards, and strong analytical skills. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience with ISO13485 and medical device standards is essential.
• Green Belt certification is preferred.
• Internal auditing experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into non-conformances.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain accurate quality records.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

HNC or higher in Mechanical, Quality, or related Engineering discipline

Tools

SPC techniques

Gage R&R

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Control Engineer to join our Quality team. In this role, you will drive corrective actions, support quality system initiatives, and champion continuous improvement across the organisation. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external customers to ensure high standards of quality and compliance are consistently met.

Responsibilities

• Act as a company ambassador, promoting a positive image internally and externally.
• Lead investigations into non-conformances, ensuring timely containment and corrective actions using 8D, 5Y, and Ishikawa methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and implement preventive measures.
• Develop and implement Master Validation Plans and Quality Control Plans for new products.
• Conduct process capability reviews using SPC techniques and run Gage R&R studies.
• Support the creation of FMEAs and perform internal audits.
• Assist with inspections across production, manufacturing, and supplier processes.
• Maintain accurate quality records and contribute to QMS documentation improvements.
• Promote and participate in Continuous Improvement (CI) and Kaizen initiatives.
• Work towards personal and team KPIs aligned with departmental goals.

What We\'re Looking For

• HNC or higher in Mechanical, Quality, or related Engineering discipline.
• Experience with ISO13485 and medical device standards.
• Proficiency in SPC techniques and Gage R&R.
• Green Belt certification (preferred).
• Internal auditing experience.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analytics.
• Experience with CMM (preferred but not essential).
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset.