Quality Engineer

Rubicon Recruitment; Lower Blandford St Mary; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a skilled Quality Engineer in Bournemouth to enhance manufacturing processes and ensure compliance with industry standards. The successful candidate will engage in continuous improvement initiatives and play a crucial role in maintaining quality management systems. Required qualifications include experience in precision engineering and proficiency in relevant quality tools. Competitive benefits include a 39-hour week, notable holiday entitlement, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

39-hour working week with half-day Fridays

Free onsite parking

Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Cycle to Work Scheme

Death in service pension

Autonomy and variety across departments

Qualifications

• Proven background in precision engineering or manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience with root cause analysis and problem-solving tools.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Quality Manager to maintain and improve the Quality Management System.
• Investigating non-conformances and supporting root cause analysis.
• Contributing to continuous improvement projects across production and operations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Background in precision engineering or manufacturing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quality Engineer, Bournemouth

Are you a methodical problem-solver with a passion for precision? Looking to embed quality into every stage of production? Join a well-established precision engineering business where your expertise will directly impact product excellence and customer satisfaction.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Quality Engineer to work with cutting‑edge manufacturing processes, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and support compliance with industry‑leading standards like AS9100, ISO 14001, and NADCAP.

Benefits

• 39‑hour working week with half‑day Fridays
• Free onsite parking
• Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Death in service pension
• Autonomy and variety across departments

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Quality Manager in maintaining and improving the Quality Management System (AS9100 / ISO 14001 / NADCAP)
• Assisting with internal, supplier, and customer audits
• Investigating non‑conformances and supporting root cause analysis
• Creating customer documentation packs and FAIR reports to AS9102 standards
• Supporting supplier quality assurance and performance monitoring
• Contributing to continuous improvement projects across production and operations

Experience & Qualifications

• Proven background in precision engineering or manufacturing
• Working knowledge of ISO
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience with root cause analysis and problem‑solving tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality management systems
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up‑to‑date CV or call Charlie Crotty at Rubicon for more information.