Quality Engineer

Theo James Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer for a full-time role in County Durham. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality assurance within the manufacturing sector, demonstrating excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Responsibilities include developing quality processes, conducting audits, and supporting new product introductions. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Stable working hours

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Quality Engineer role within manufacturing/engineering.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 (IATF 16949 or similar advantageous).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain quality assurance processes and systems.
• Carry out audits, inspections, and testing to ensure compliance with ISO standards.
• Identify and implement corrective and preventive actions to address quality issues.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of ISO standards

Education

Relevant qualification in Engineering or Manufacturing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quality management systems

Job description

Overview

Quality Engineer  — Location: County Durham  | Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday  | Salary: DOE (Depending on Experience)

The Company

Our client, a leading organisation within the manufacturing/engineering sector, is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join their team based in County Durham. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a well-established business that prides itself on innovation, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality products to its customers.

The Role

As a Quality Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring that processes, systems, and products meet the highest quality standards. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement, ensure compliance with industry standards, and support both production and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain quality assurance processes and systems
• Carry out audits, inspections, and testing to ensure compliance with ISO standards and client requirements
• Identify and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address quality issues
• Analyse quality data and present findings to support business improvements
• Support new product introductions by defining quality requirements and validation processes
• Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving activities using recognised methodologies (e.g. 8D, FMEA, Six Sigma)
• Produce and maintain quality documentation and reports for internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Quality Engineer role within manufacturing/engineering
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 (IATF 16949 or similar advantageous)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with quality management systems
• Relevant qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related discipline (preferred but not essential if experience is strong)

Benefits

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Monday-Friday, stable working hours
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Opportunity to work with a supportive and forward-thinking employer