Quality Engineer

Fusion People; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Early finish on Fridays

Health cash plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible holiday allowance

Learning and development opportunities

Career progression within a growing

Job summary

Fusion People is recruiting a Quality Engineer to maintain and improve quality standards across manufacturing operations in Dungannon. You will drive continuous improvement, reduce quality issues, and support a culture of quality throughout the business.

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the role involves monitoring materials, supplier collaboration, NC handling, audits, and QMS maintenance to ensure ISO 9001 compliance and enhanced customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Quality Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a quality role within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (5 Whys, 8D, root cause analysis).
• Experience with ISO 9001:2015 quality systems.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, including welding and coating/painting.
• Strong IT, literacy, and numeracy skills.
• Self-motivated with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and inspect incoming materials and components to ensure quality standards are met.
• Work with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Manage non-conformance (NC) processes, root cause investigations, and preventative actions.
• Conduct quality training, toolbox talks, and awareness initiatives.
• Analyse and report on quality trends, providing feedback and improvement recommendations.
• Lead product failure investigations, warranty analysis, and corrective action activities.
• Maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and support regulatory compliance activities.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and internal departments to improve product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and quality planning activities.

Skills

Quality tools & RCA

IT literacy & numeracy

Education

Degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Quality Engineering

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

ISO Internal Auditor qualification

ISO 9001:2015 quality systems

Job description

Job Title: Quality Engineer
Location: Dungannon
Duration: Permanent

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the Quality Engineer is responsible for maintaining and improving quality standards across manufacturing operations. The role focuses on driving continuous improvement, reducing quality issues, ensuring compliance with industry standards and supporting a culture of quality throughout the business.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitor and inspect incoming materials and components to ensure quality standards are met.


• Work with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.


• Manage non-conformance (NC) processes, root cause investigations, and preventative actions.


• Conduct quality training, toolbox talks, and awareness initiatives.


• Analyse and report on quality trends, providing feedback and improvement recommendations.


• Lead product failure investigations, warranty analysis, and corrective action activities.


• Manage rework schedules and support product recall processes when required.


• Maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards.


• Coordinate internal and external audits and support regulatory compliance activities.


• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and internal departments to improve product quality and customer satisfaction.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives and quality planning activities.

Essential Requirements

• Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Quality Engineering.


• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a quality role within an engineering or manufacturing environment.


• Knowledge of quality tools and methodologies such as 5 Whys, 8D, and root cause analysis.


• Experience with ISO 9001:2015 quality systems.


• Understanding of manufacturing processes, including welding and coating/painting processes.


• Strong IT, literacy, and numeracy skills.


• Self-motivated with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience within precision engineering or hydraulic manufacturing.


• MRP/ERP system experience.


• ISO Internal Auditor qualification.


• Strong understanding of customer quality requirements.

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 08:00 – 17:00


• Friday: 08:00 – 14:00

Benefits

• Competitive salary


• Early finish on Fridays


• Health cash plan


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Flexible holiday allowance


• Learning and development opportunities


• Career progression within a growing organisation

Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You’ll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.