Quality Engineer

Andrecruit Group Ltd; Hereford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Quality Engineer for a permanent position in Herefordshire. This role involves improving manufacturing processes, driving quality standards, and championing problem-solving initiatives. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, knowledge of automotive processes is advantageous, and skills in APQP/PPAP are beneficial. Interested applicants should apply with an updated CV, availability, and salary expectations.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Automotive background is advantageous.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Drive standardisation on processes and waste elimination.
• Investigate NCR's as part of hands-on role.
• Monitor supplier performance and define process parameters.
• Champion problem-solving with RCA tools.

Skills

Experience in Manufacturing Environment

Internal auditor

Self-motivated

Right first time approach

Problem-solving skills

Tools

APQP/PPAP knowledge

RCA tools (8D, 5WHY, ISHIKAWA, FMEA)

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Quality Engineer on a permanent basis in the Herefordshire area to work closely with manufacturing, product development and customer service as a key resource to develop internal manufacturing and service processes with the aim of improving quality, delivery, cost performance and continuous improvement.

Requirements

The Quality Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• 3 years experience in Manufacturing Environment
• Internal auditor
• Self-motivated individual
• Right first time approach
• Automotive background would be advantageous
• Passionate about Quality
• Experience with APQP/PPAP beneficial
• Ability to work calmly under pressure

Responsibilities

• Drive standardisation on processes along with waste elimination and continuous improvement
• Hands on role investigating NCR's
• Establish short & long term goals with PDCA methodology
• Drive zero defect mentality in the process
• Resolve customer issues in a timely manner
• Champion problem solving with use of RCA tools such as 8D, 5WHY, ISHIKAWA, FMEA's
• Lead internal audits
• Monitor supplier performance, define process parameter to ensure process capability
• Monitor output, quality & scrap rates. Improving OTD performance
• Maintain records of products and approved suppliers
• Continually improve QMS processes

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV to find out more, along with your availability and your salary expectation