Quality Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Lichfield seeks a proactive Quality Engineer to support quality operations across projects and manufacturing processes. This hands-on role involves collaboration with clients and suppliers to drive improvements and ensure compliance. Ideal for someone who thrives on ownership and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Career Progression and Stability

Annual Bonus

Annual Salary Reviews

Medical Insurance

Health Screening

25 Days Holiday & 8 BH

Buy or Sell Holiday

Qualifications

• Background in engineering or quality-related discipline.
• Lead Auditor certification in ISO9001.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality efforts on key projects and support supplier quality management.
• Conduct internal and supplier audits, investigations, and root cause analyses.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Engineering or Quality-related Discipline

Lead Auditor Certification in ISO9001

Job description

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Are you driven by the challenge of delivering top-tier quality and ensuring customer satisfaction at every step? Our client is looking for a proactive and experienced Quality Engineer to help maintain excellence as they grow.

In this hands-on role, you'll support quality operations across projects, suppliers, and manufacturing processes. You'll work closely with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to drive improvements, investigate issues, and support audits and inspections. With room to grow and make an impact, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead quality efforts on key projects and support supplier quality management
• Act as a key contact for clients and certification bodies on quality topics
• Carry out internal and supplier audits, investigations, and root cause analyses
• Review First Article Inspection Reports and manage PPAPs
• Contribute to business management system improvements and compliance
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve quality concerns and elevate standards
• Provide quality assurance insights to senior leadership during a period of expansion

What You’ll Bring:

• A background in engineering or a quality-related discipline
• Lead Auditor certification in ISO9001 (14001/45001 a bonus)
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and quality systems in manufacturing environments
• Strong communicator with a hands-on, solutions-focused approach
• Confidence interpreting technical drawings and working with suppliers
• Curiosity, calmness under pressure, and a drive to deliver quality without compromise
• Flexible Working
• Career Progression and Stability
• Annual Bonus
• Annual Salary Reviews
• Medical Insurance
• Health Screening
• 25 Days Holiday & 8 BH
• Buy or Sell Holiday
• & MANY MORE!

Please note that candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Eyes Only SC clearance.