Quality Engineer

Lear Corporation; Chilton Moor; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lear Sunderland is seeking a Quality Engineer to drive world-class standards across manufacturing operations in the Sunderland site. You will report to the Senior Quality Engineer and lead quality initiatives, solve problems, and support new project launches.

Working with cross-functional teams, you will ensure compliance with IATF16949, ISO standards and customer requirements, maintain documentation, run SPC/MSA studies, and contribute to PPAP/APQP deliverables for new products.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• 3+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with core quality tools: FMEA, PPAP, APQP, SPC and MSA.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with IATF16949, ISO standards, and customer requirements.
• Maintain and update quality documentation (Control Plans, PFMEA, Process Flow Diagrams).
• Perform and monitor SPC activities for current production and new projects.
• Conduct and maintain MSA studies to validate measurement system accuracy and reliability.
• Analyze SPC/MSA results, identify trends, and lead root-cause investigations.
• Lead structured problem-solving using 8D, DMAIC, and other methodologies.
• Support PPAP submissions and APQP deliverables for new product launches.
• Collaborate with suppliers and customers to resolve quality concerns.
• Prepare and present quality performance reports to management and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical mindset

Continuous improvement

Tools

FMEA

PPAP

APQP

SPC

MSA

Job description

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Driving the future of automotive. We’re Lear for You.

Company Overview

Lear, a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, enables superior in-vehicle experiences for consumers around the world. Our diverse team of more than 165,000 talented employees in 37 countries is driven by a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. Lear is Making every drive better™ by providing the technology for safer, smarter, and more comfortable journeys. Lear, headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, serves every major automaker in the world and ranks #186 on the Fortune 500. Further information about Lear is available at lear.com, or follow us on Twitter @LearCorporation

Due to exciting internal developments and continued business growth, Lear Sunderland is expanding. As we approach an important milestone of 20 years of operations this year, we are proud to continue building on a strong local presence with two plants based at the Sunderland site focused on Seating and Foam manufacture supporting multiple OEMs.

We are hiring across multiple engineering disciplines and are looking for high-potential candidates ready to make a real impact. You’ll have the opportunity to work with multiple global OEMs in an environment that valuesinnovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

At Lear Sunderland, we offer genuine career growth, exposure to international projects, and a dynamic workplace where your ideas matter. Located in a well-connected and vibrant region, Lear Sunderland offers an excellent quality of life while being part of a truly global organization.

Position overview:

As a Quality Engineer at Lear, you will play a critical role in ensuring world-class standards across our manufacturing operations. Reporting directly to the Senior Quality Engineer, you will lead quality initiatives, solve complex problems, and support new project launches. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll influence strategic decisions and champion continuous improvement to deliver exceptional results for our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with IATF16949, ISO standards, and customer-specific requirements.
• Maintain and update quality documentation, including Control Plans, PFMEA, and Process Flow Diagrams.
• Perform and monitor SPC activities for current production and new project launches.
• Conduct and maintain MSA studies to validate measurement system accuracy and reliability.
• Analyze SPC/MSA results, identify trends, and lead root cause investigations for deviations.
• Lead structured problem-solving using 8D, DMAIC, and other methodologies.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurring issues.
• Support PPAP submissions and APQP deliverables for new product launches.
• Collaborate with suppliers and customers to resolve quality concerns.
• Prepare and present quality performance reports to management and drive continuous improvement.

Key skills and Qualifications:

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Solid analytical mindset with 3+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experienced in using core quality tools such as FMEA, PPAP, APQP, SPC and MSA.
• Knowledge of IATF standards and problem-solving methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• A proactive, solution-oriented approach with a passion for continuous improvement