Quality Engineer

Staffline; Kingston St. Mary; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is looking for a Quality Engineer in Kingston St. Mary to ensure product quality and compliance with ISO standards. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, experience in quality engineering, and knowledge of quality management principles. This role offers competitive compensation, training opportunities, and potential international travel.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Progression opportunities and ongoing training

Welcoming working environment

Potential international travel

Qualifications

• Experience in quality engineering or related role in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of quality management methodologies.
• Willingness to travel to subcontractors in the UK and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Implement quality assurance processes per ISO 9001:2015.
• Conduct quality inspections and audits.
• Collaborate with the manufacturing team for quality checkpoints.
• Design and implement product testing protocols.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Quality management principles

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

A fantastic role has come up with my Bridgewater-based client, a global engineering business, they are looking for a Quality Engineer to join their skilled team. The successful candidate for the Quality Engineer role will play a critical role in ensuring that products and services meet established quality standards and requirements. This role will be responsible for implementing quality control procedures, identifying areas for improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance overall product quality.

By implementing robust quality assurance processes, conducting thorough inspections and tests, and driving continuous improvement initiatives, the Quality Engineer contributes to the overall success and reputation of the Company.

Key Responsibilities – Quality Engineer

• Quality Assurance: Develop and implement quality assurance processes and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations including ISO 9001:2015.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough quality inspections and audits of products, processes, and systems to identify areas for improvement.
• Quality Assurance: Collaborate with the manufacturing team to establish quality checkpoints throughout the manufacturing process.
• Quality Control: Design and implement testing protocols and procedures to evaluate product performance and reliability.
• Quality Control: Analyse results and data to identify trends, defects, and opportunities for optimisation.
• Quality Control: Investigate and resolve quality-related issues, including non-conformities and customer complaints.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to continuously improve quality standards, processes, and systems.
• Continuous Improvement: Implement corrective and preventive actions to address root causes of quality issues.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive cross-functional collaboration to optimise product design, manufacturing processes, and supplier quality.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of quality inspections, test results, and corrective actions taken.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on quality performance metrics to management and stakeholders.
• Documentation and Reporting: Ensure compliance with documentation requirements, including quality manuals and standard operating procedures.
• Supplier Quality Management: Evaluate supplier performance and capabilities for both external machine builds and purchased items to ensure adherence to quality standards and requirements.
• Supplier Quality Management: Establish quality criteria and specifications for incoming materials and components.
• Supplier Quality Management: Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve product quality throughout the supply chain.

Qualifications & Requirements – Quality Engineer

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft suite of products, especially Excel.
• Proven experience in quality engineering or a related role, preferably in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of quality management principles, tools, and methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and identify actionable insights.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate quality-related information to diverse audiences.
• Detail oriented and organised, with a commitment to accuracy and precision in all quality-related activities.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to continuously seek opportunities for improvement
• Work with a meticulous eye for detail and the ability to meet deadlines
• Willingness to travel to sub-contract machine builders in the UK and abroad.

What we can offer – Quality Engineer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Progression opportunities and ongoing training
• A welcoming and positive working environment
• Potential international travel

For more information on this role, please contact Paul Furlong on 01453 829789 or send a copy of your CV to [e-mail]

Candidates who are currently a Quality technician, Quality inspector or Supplier Quality Engineer may be suitable for this position

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