Quality Engineer

Nicholas Associates; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Pension up to 9%

BUPA Private Health

Job summary

Nicholas Associates is recruiting a Quality Engineer for the metals coatings department near Lincoln. You will work closely with quality and production to drive process improvements and strengthen quality control across the manufacturing line.

The role requires experience in a quality environment within manufacturing, plus knowledge of IS9001 or AS9100 and internal audits. A mechanical engineering or materials degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in a quality environment within manufacturing.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems.
• Experience conducting internal audits and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Drive quality improvement initiatives and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Support non-conformance investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance through audits, KPI reporting, and quality documentation.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and site teams to maintain high quality standards.
• Provide training and support to promote a strong quality culture.

Skills

Quality engineering

IS9001/AS9100

Internal audits

Coatings materials

Metallurgy

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Materials discipline

Job description

Do you have Manufacturing experience with a focus towards Quality - Quality Engineering, process improvement, internal auditing, corrective actions etc?

If so then please read on!

Job Title: Quality Engineer - metal coatings department

Location: Near Lincoln

Salary: up to £45,000

Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm (37.5hrs)

Holidays and Benefits: 270hrs Holidays per year, holiday sell back scheme to top up December pay, Employer pays up to 9% pension, BUPA Private Health Care

Overview

We now require a Quality Engineer to join the metals coatings department. Working for a large manufacturer that have sites across the world, you will work closely with quality and production, with a key focus on process improvements in the metals coating department.

Overview of duties

• Drive quality improvement initiatives and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Support non-conformance investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance through audits, KPI reporting, and quality documentation.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and site teams to maintain high quality standards.
• Provide training and support to promote a strong quality culture.

Ideal candidate

• Experience in a quality environment within manufacturing
• Experience in an IS9001 OR AS9100 environment
• Experience conducting internal audits
• Previous experience in coatings of materials, materials science, metallurgy.
• Degree educated in a mechanical engineering / materials discipline

Commutable from: Lincoln, Gainsborough, Mansfield and surrounding areas

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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