Quality Engineer

Premier Engineering; Lower Blandford St Mary; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing company based in Bournemouth is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer. The role involves maintaining and improving quality standards, supporting quality management systems, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within production. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in quality engineering, a strong understanding of ISO standards, and excellent problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a quality engineering role within manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of ISO9001 and related standards.
• Proficient with quality tools like PPAP and FMEA.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop quality management systems compliant with ISO standards.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and implement CAPA.
• Carry out internal and external audits as required.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Quality analysis

Tools

Measurement equipment

Quality software

Job description

Quality Engineer – Manufacturing

Location: Bournemouth

Salary: £40,000-£45,000 per annum

We're working with a well-established manufacturing company based in Bournemouth that is looking to recruit an experienced Quality Engineer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to play a key role in maintaining and improving quality standards across production.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop quality management systems to ensure compliance with ISO standards and customer requirements.
• Conduct root‑cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Carry out internal and external audits as required.
• Work closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review and analyse quality performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) with quality planning and documentation.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a quality engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of ISO9001 (additional standards such as AS9100 or IATF16949 advantageous).
• Experience with PPAP, FMEA, control plans, and other quality tools.
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Confident using measurement and inspection equipment and quality software.