Quality Engineer

Jackson Hogg Ltd; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Immediate start

Site-based role

Job summary

Jackson Hogg Ltd is seeking a Quality Engineer on a contract basis for a fast-paced manufacturing site in Dewsbury. You will lead investigations into customer and internal quality issues, driving root-cause analysis and implementing robust corrective actions to meet customer and business requirements.

The role focuses on APQP, PPAP, 8D, A3 and related quality tools, with an opportunity to work within cross-functional teams and support lean manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Quality Engineer in manufacturing
• Experience with 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa and Is/Is Not analysis
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA/Gauge R&R, Capability studies
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong communication with customers and internal stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; Minitab advantageous
• Automotive experience beneficial but not essential

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into customer and internal quality concerns with root-c cause actions
• Participate in 8D problem-solving teams to drive improvements
• Apply APQP, PPAP, 8D, A3, PPS, 5 Why and Ishikawa tools
• Prepare and present quality reports and data analyses
• Act as a main contact for customers on quality matters
• Drive continuous improvement and support lean manufacturing
• Identify process risks and implement robust controls including Poka-Yoke
• Support PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and capability studies
• Lead containment and management of non-conforming products
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering and cross-functional teams

Skills

Quality eng

Root cause

8D

5 Why

Ishikawa

APQP

PPAP

PFMEA

Control Plans

MSA

Gauge R&R

Capability studies

Minitab

MS Office

Tools

Minitab

MS Office

Job description

Quality Engineer (Contract)

Dewsbury | Competitive Salary/Rate | Immediate Start Available

Jackson Hogg are delighted to be supporting a leading manufacturing business in the recruitment of a Quality Engineer for their site in Dewsbury.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality Engineer to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment on an ongoing contract basis until project completion, providing critical support across customer quality, problem-solving activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will play a key role in investigating quality issues, leading root cause analysis activities, and ensuring robust corrective actions are implemented to meet both customer and business requirements. While the role is predominantly site-based in Dewsbury, some travel may be required from time to time.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into customer and internal quality concerns, identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Support and participate in 8D problem-solving teams to drive sustainable improvements.
• Apply quality methodologies including APQP, PPAP, 8D, A3, PPS, 5 Why and Ishikawa techniques.
• Prepare and present internal and external quality reports, analysing data and providing recommendations.
• Act as a key point of contact for customers regarding quality-related matters.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support lean manufacturing activities.
• Identify process risks and implement robust controls, including Poka-Yoke solutions.
• Support quality planning activities including PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA and capability studies.
• Lead or support containment activities and management of non-conforming products.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Engineering and other cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and improve process performance.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in a Quality Engineer or similar quality-focused manufacturing role.
• Strong problem-solving skills with experience using tools such as 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa and Is/Is Not analysis.
• Knowledge of core quality tools including:
• APQP
• PPAP
• PFMEA
• Control Plans
• MSA / Gauge R&R
• Capability Studies
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using Minitab would be advantageous.
• Automotive industry experience would be beneficial but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary/rate
• Immediate start available
• Ongoing contract until project completion
• Opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing organisation
• Varied and hands-on quality engineering role
• Predominantly site-based position with occasional travel requirements