Quality Engineer

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Redditch; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy is seeking a proactive Quality Engineer in Redditch. This role involves managing customer relationships, driving quality improvements, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Manufacturing and Engineering, with relevant qualifications and a commitment to delivering exceptional quality.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of Quality Engineering tools and methodologies.
• Experience in Manufacturing and Engineering with a focus on quality.
• Proven experience working with OEMs and demanding customers.

Responsibilities

• Act as the customer interface for all quality-related matters.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives based on KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with internal quality standards and customer requirements.

Skills

Quality Engineering tools

Customer service orientation

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Negotiation abilities

Organisational abilities

Education

Degree-qualified professional engineer

Internal/External Auditor certification to IATF16949 / ISO 9001

Six Sigma Green or Black Belt

Tools

Core Tools (AIAG and/or VDA)

Job description

Quality Engineer

Location -Redditch, Worcestershire

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Quality Engineer to act as a key interface between our company and one of our key customers, ensuring that quality standards are consistently met and exceeded.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a dynamic manufacturing organisation that is recognised in the market as a first-class supplier. You’ll be managing customer relationships, driving quality improvements, and playing a pivotal role in our business's growth and reputation.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the day-to-day customer interface for all quality-related matters

• Lead and develop continuous improvement initiatives based on key performance indicators (KPIs)

• Ensure compliance with both internal quality standards and specific customer requirements

• Establish and maintain strong internal and external customer relationships

• Support and enhance the company’s reputation for delivering exceptional quality

Essential Skills and Experience

• Solid understanding and application of Quality Engineering tools and methodologies

• Technically orientated with the ability to quickly grasp new products and processes

• Strong customer service orientation and excellent interpersonal skills

• Flexible and structured approach to problem-solving

• Effective communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal

• Strong negotiation and organisational abilities

• Ability to contribute to New Product Introduction (NPI) processes with a focus on built-in quality

Role Requirements

• Background in Manufacturing and Engineering with experience in quality

• Proven experience working with OEMs and demanding customers

• Willingness to travel for customer visits, including overseas

• Lead the problem-solving process (including VDA 8D reports)

• Approve changes, deviations, and concessions in manufacturing processes

• Support customer quality meetings, audits, and escalations

• Manage PPAP submissions in line with internal and customer schedules

• Authority to stop/restart production in case of non-conforming outputs

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified professional engineer (preferred)

• Familiarity with Core Tools (AIAG and/or VDA)

• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt (or equivalent statistical experience)

• Internal/External Auditor certification to IATF16949 / ISO 9001 (preferred)

• Valid driving licence and passport required

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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