Quality Engineer

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Leicestershire seeks a Quality Engineer to assist in managing quality systems, conduct audits, and develop client relationships. The ideal candidate will have an engineering background, knowledge of ISO 9001, and strong problem-solving skills. This position offers a salary of £35k - £40k along with various benefits including holidays and a pension scheme.

Benefits

21.5 Days holiday + Bank holidays + Birthday leave

On-site parking

Company pension scheme

Opportunity for promotion and progression

Qualifications

• Engineering background, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ideally of IATF 16949 standards.
• Good understanding of Quality Core Tools such as 8D, 5Y, MSA.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Quality Manager in managing and auditing quality systems.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Conduct internal and external audits of processes and products.

Skills

Problem-solving

Understanding of ISO 9001

Experience in auditing

Knowledge of Quality Core Tools

Education

Engineering background in manufacturing

Job description

Job Role: Quality Engineer

Location: Leicestershire

Shift: Mon - Thurs (07:30 - 16:30) Fri - 07:30 -12:30

Salary: £35k -£40k

Benefits: 21.5 Days holiday + Bank holidays + Birthday leave, on-site parking, company pension scheme, opportunity for promotion and progression, long service awards, company events, charitable events, regular social nights out

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Assist the Quality Manager in managing and auditing the company's quality systems and processes, liaise with customers and assist in managing suppliers effectively.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure long-term success.
• Assist in developing, monitoring, and maintaining company quality systems.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers to resolve problems following the 8D process when required.
• Evaluate and create PPAP, FAIR, and inspection reports of new and changed product.
• Manage the implementation of engineering changes.
• Conduct internal and external audits of processes and products.
• Monitor cost of poor quality and drive improvements.

The Candidate:

• An engineering background, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ideally of IATF 16949 standards.
• Good problem-solving attitude.
• Must be able to read component level engineering drawings and have a good understanding of measurement techniques.
• Experienced in auditing processes and systems.
• A good understanding of Quality Core Tools is important (8D, 5Y, MSA, PFMEA, Control Plans etc).
• A team player with a pro-active approach and the ability to work on own initiative.