Quality Engineer

Optimum TA Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent manufacturing firm in Northampton is seeking a Quality Engineer to enhance product quality. Responsibilities include resolving quality issues, conducting root-cause analysis, and maintaining ISO 9001 standards. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in manufacturing, excellent problem-solving skills, and preferably a qualification in Mechanical or Quality Engineering.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 systems.
• Experience with 8D reports and CAPA.

Responsibilities

• Investigate quality issues from shop floor to delivery.
• Lead root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Support internal audits and maintain ISO 9001.

Skills

Problem-solving

ISO 9001 knowledge

Root-cause analysis

Communication skills

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Quality Engineering

Job description

Quality Engineer – Onsite

Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom

Working hours: Monday to Thursday 8:00–16:30, Friday 8:00–15:30

Employment type: Permanent, Full‑time

Responsibilities

• Investigating and resolving quality issues from shop floor through to customer delivery.
• Leading root‑cause analysis and implementing effective corrective and preventative actions (CAPA).
• Supporting internal audits and maintaining the ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
• Using problem‑solving tools such as 8D, FMEA, and RCA to drive improvements.
• Working closely with production, engineering, and suppliers to enhance product and process quality.
• Promoting a culture of continuous improvement and right‑first‑time manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment – ideally heavy or industrial.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 systems and auditing.
• Practical experience with root‑cause analysis, 8D reports, FMEA, and CAPA.
• Confident working both on the shop floor and with customers or suppliers.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ideally qualified to HNC/HND or degree level in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Quality Engineering (but equivalent experience is just as valuable).

Why you’ll love it

You’ll be joining a business that truly values people who take ownership and make improvements that last. The team is collaborative, the work is varied, and there’s real scope to develop your skills within a growing engineering group.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Associate
• Job function: Quality Assurance and Manufacturing
• Industries: Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Motor Vehicle Manufacturing