Quality Engineer

Premier Group Recruitment; Luton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Quality Engineer to maintain and improve quality standards in their Luton facility. The ideal candidate has experience in a manufacturing environment and a strong understanding of ISO9001 standards. Responsibilities include root cause analysis, producing First Article Inspection Reports, and liaising with customers. This is a full-time position with excellent problem-solving skills and communication abilities essential for success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Quality Engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of ISO9001 and related quality systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with FAIRs SCARs and quality control documentation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Confident communicator able to work effectively with internal teams and customers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve quality standards throughout the business.
• Carry out root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Review and produce First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).
• Investigate and manage non-conformances.
• Liaise with customers on quality concerns.
• Ensure compliance with ISO9001 standards.
• Promote continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.

Skills

APQP

Quality Assurance

Six Sigma

ISO 9001

PPAP

Minitab

Root cause Analysis

ISO 13485

Quality Systems

Quality Management

As9100

Manufacturing

Education

Mechanical engineering qualification (HNC / HND / Degree or equivalent)

Job description

Job Description

Quality Engineer Manufacturing

Location : Luton Bedfordshire

Job Type : Permanent Full-time

Start Date : ASAP

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and improving quality standards throughout the business. You will work closely with the production engineering and supply chain teams to identify issues implement solutions and ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA RCCA)
• Review and produce First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
• Investigate and manage non-conformances concessions and permits
• Liaise with customers on quality concerns and documentation
• Maintain quality records and ensure compliance with ISO9001 standards
• Support internal and external audits
• Promote continuous improvement across manufacturing processes
• Use a range of inspection tools (manual and / or CMM) to assess product conformity
• Provide support and guidance to other departments on quality issues

Requirements

• Proven experience in a Quality Engineering role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of ISO9001 and related quality systems
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Familiarity with FAIRs SCARs and quality control documentation
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Confident communicator able to work effectively with internal teams and customers

Desirable (but not essential)

• Internal Auditor qualification (ISO9001 or ISO14001)
• Mechanical engineering qualification (HNC / HND / Degree or equivalent)
• Experience working in aerospace defence or similarly regulated sectors

For more information about this role please apply or email Rhys Holdsworth on who will be able to provide more details on the opportunity.

Many thanks Premier Group

Key Skills

APQP,Quality Assurance,Six Sigma,ISO 9001,PPAP,Minitab,Root cause Analysis,ISO 13485,Quality Systems,Quality Management,As9100,Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1