Quality Engineer

Solution 47; Great Chesterford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering company in Great Chesterford is looking for a Quality Engineer to ensure products meet quality standards and to drive quality improvements. Responsibilities include monitoring quality processes, managing non-conformances, and supporting audits. Ideal candidates will have experience in quality engineering or manufacturing and strong problem-solving skills. This stable position offers competitive salary and training opportunities.

Benefits

Stable, long-term employment

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for further development and training

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Quality Engineering or related quality role within engineering or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve internal quality processes and procedures.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues and non-conformances.
• Support root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).

Skills

Quality tools and methodologies (e.g. 8D, CAPA, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis)

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Good attention to detail

Tools

MS Office

Quality reporting systems

Job description

Job Title: Quality Engineer
Location: Great Chesterford, Essex
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About the Company:

Our client is a well-established and stable engineering company based in Great Chesterford, known for its high-quality products and strong commitment to continuous improvement. Due to growth, they are now looking to appoint a Quality Engineer to support their quality assurance processes and maintain compliance with industry standards.

Role Overview:

As the Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring that products and processes meet required standards and specifications. You will play a key role in driving quality improvements, managing non-conformances, and supporting audits and inspections.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and improve internal quality processes and procedures
• Investigate and resolve quality issues and non-conformances
• Support root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
• Maintain and update quality documentation, including inspection reports and procedures
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to ensure quality standards are met throughout manufacturing
• Assist with internal and external audits (e.g. ISO 9001)
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in products and processes
• Support training and development of shop-floor staff in quality awareness

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous experience in a Quality Engineering or related quality role within engineering or manufacturing
• Strong understanding of quality tools and methodologies (e.g. 8D, CAPA, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis)
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality standards
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Good attention to detail and organisational ability
• Proficient in using MS Office and quality reporting systems

What's on Offer:

• Stable, long-term employment with a reputable company
• Monday to Friday working hours
• Supportive team environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for further development and training