Quality Engineer

ASC Connections; Northampton; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering manufacturer in Northampton is seeking a Quality Engineer to manage quality documentation, support NPI processes, and ensure engineering standards are met. The role offers a salary of approximately £45,000, flexible working hours, and a comprehensive benefits package including 33 days holiday and enhanced pension contributions.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Increased employer pension contribution

Employee Appreciation Day

Employee Assistance Programme

33 days holiday (rising with service)

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quality Engineer within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of 8D, FAIRs/PPAPs and GD&T.
• Skilled in manual measurement, inspection reporting, and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and maintaining quality documentation such as FAIRs, Control Plans, and ISIRs.
• Supporting concern management through 8D investigations and corrective actions.
• Liaising with Production to ensure in-house manufacture meets engineering standards.
• Using manual measurement tools to complete FAIR's.
• Maintaining gauge calibration and control systems.
• Supporting NPI and process validation using quality tools and GD&T principles.

Skills

Quality Engineering experience

Knowledge of 8D

Experience with FAIRs/PPAPs

Manual measurement skills

Root cause analysis

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quality Engineer opportunity has become available with a precision engineering manufacturer supplying complex, high-accuracy components into demanding sectors. The business is recognised for its technical capability, collaborative culture, and commitment to zero defects. With steady growth, ongoing new product introductions, and continued investment in people and equipment, they're looking for a proactive Quality Engineer to strengthen the team. The role is based in the Birmingham area and offers a salary in the region of £45,000, flexible working hours, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes 33 days holiday, enhanced pension, and regular company events.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and maintaining quality documentation such as FAIRs, Control Plans, and ISIRs.
• Supporting concern management through 8D investigations and corrective actions.
• Liaising with Production to ensure in-house manufacture meets engineering standards.
• Using manual measurement tools to complete FAIR's.
• Maintaining gauge calibration and control systems.
• Supporting NPI and process validation using quality tools and GD&T principles.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience as a Quality Engineer within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of 8D, FAIRs/PPAPs and GD&T.
• Skilled in manual measurement, inspection reporting, and root cause analysis.
• Conversant with using the full Microsoft package and happy with documentation duties.

Benefits

• Salary in the region of £45,000
• Flexible working hours.
• Increased employer pension contribution
• Employee Appreciation Day & aid company events.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• 33 days holiday (rising with service).

If you're a Quality proffesional seeking a detail-focused role within a precision manufacturing environment-where you'll take ownership of quality documentation, FAIRs, and NPI support-apply now via the link in this Quality Engineer advert.

Keywords: Quality Engineer, Documentayion, Quality Technician, FAIRs, 8D, GD&T, Manual Inspection, CMM, Calibration, ISO9001, Root Cause Analysis, Process Validation, Manufacturing Quality.

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