Quality Engineer

Premier Group; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Guildford is seeking a Quality Engineer to oversee quality activities across the manufacturing process. The successful candidate will lead root cause analysis, support audits to maintain ISO standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal applicant will have experience in quality roles, a solid grasp of quality tools, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Quality Engineer or similar role within manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of quality tools such as 8D, FMEA, SPC and RCA.
• Experience working to ISO 9001 or similar standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Support internal and external audits, maintaining ISO/AS quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing.

Skills

Quality tools (8D, FMEA, SPC, RCA)

Analytical mindset

Strong problem-solving skills

Confident communication

Job description

Quality Engineer – Manufacturing

The Role

As the Quality Engineer, you will support all quality activities across the manufacturing process, ensuring products meet customer, regulatory and internal standards. You will work closely with Production, Engineering and Supply Chain teams to maintain robust quality systems and resolve quality issues promptly and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Support internal and external audits, maintaining ISO/AS quality standards
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing
• Develop and update quality documentation, SOPs and work instructions
• Liaise with customers and suppliers on quality concerns
• Analyse data to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Provide shop floor support and guidance to ensure adherence to quality processes

About You

• Previous experience in a Quality Engineer or similar quality role within manufacturing
• Strong understanding of quality tools such as 8D, FMEA, SPC and RCA
• Experience working to ISO 9001 or similar standards
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• Proactive, organised and able to manage multiple priorities

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Manufacturing

Industries

Manufacturing