Quality Engineer

Escape; Bellshill; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Bellshill is seeking a Quality Engineer to enhance quality strategy on-site. This hands-on role involves problem-solving and improvement projects with advanced technology. Candidates with a background in manufacturing/process engineering and quality assurance are preferred. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including private healthcare and flexible work hours.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + 8 public holidays

8% company pension contribution

Bupa private healthcare

Flexible start times

Half-day Fridays

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in manufacturing/process engineering.
• Experience in quality assurance.
• ISO 9001 Auditor certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead root cause investigations into product and process issues.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions to reduce costs.
• Support continuous improvement projects.
• Manage audits and compliance to ISO 9001.
• Act as a technical contact for customers during reviews.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

ISO 9001 knowledge

Manufacturing process understanding

Education

Degree in engineering or technical discipline

Job description

Overview

Quality Engineer – North Lanarkshire | Permanent, full-time, on-site | Half-day Friday

Salary: £45-55,000 (DOE)

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and will be required to pass UK security clearance (DV).

We're looking for a Quality Engineer to join a growing manufacturing site in North Lanarkshire. This is a hands-on role with real influence, combining problem solving with the opportunity to shape quality strategy in a site that has invested heavily in new equipment, automation, and advanced technologies.

We are particularly interested in candidates who began their career in manufacturing or process engineering before moving into quality. This technical grounding is key to success in the role and will be given priority in the selection process.

Responsibilities

• Leading root cause investigations into product and process issues
• Driving corrective and preventive actions that reduce the cost of poor quality
• Supporting continuous improvement projects across production and suppliers
• Managing audits and compliance to ISO 9001 (AS9100 experience beneficial)
• Acting as a technical contact for customers during reviews and audits

What we're looking for

• Strong technical background in manufacturing/process engineering, followed by experience in quality
• Degree in an engineering or technical discipline
• Skilled in analytical problem solving, with the confidence to influence outcomes
• ISO 9001 Auditor certification (AS9100 experience a plus)

Why apply?

This is a senior role where your expertise will make a visible difference. You'll work on advanced products, with modern equipment, as part of a supportive team that values technical know-how and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• £(phone number removed) salary (DOE)
• 25 days annual leave + 8 public holidays
• 8% company pension contribution (5% employee)
• Bupa private healthcare
• Flexible start times and half-day Fridays