Quality Engineer

4009 Diversey UK ProdCo; Somercotes CP; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Diversey UK ProdCo is seeking a Quality Engineer for our chemical manufacturing site in Alfreton, Derbyshire. You will lead quality initiatives, audits and CAPA processes to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance.

Join a site-focused team driving continuous improvement, risk assessments, and validation activities while developing quality procedures and training colleagues to foster a strong quality culture.

Qualifications

• Quality engineering or QA experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with audits and CAPA processes.
• Familiar with ISO quality management systems.
• Experience with SAP or ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Full UK driving license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate quality issues and non-conformances, identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Lead quality audits and support customer, supplier, and certification audits.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and manufacturing performance.
• Conduct risk assessments using tools such as FMEA, HACCP, and SPC.
• Support process, equipment, material, and packaging validation activities.
• Develop and maintain quality procedures, standards, and documentation.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Deliver training and coaching to promote a strong quality culture across the site.

Skills

Quality Engineering

CAPA

ISO quality management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

SAP

ERP systems

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Quality Engineer – Chemical Manufacturing Site based in Alfreton, Derbyshire

At Diversey - A Solenis Company, we are the pioneer, the facilitator of our clients in a wide range of industries around the globe. We do this with our revolutionary cleaning and hygiene technologies such as floor care machines, cleaning tools & utensils, and chemicals for Food & Beverage industry.

Are you a quality-focused professional with experience in manufacturing environments? We’re looking for a Quality Engineer to join our chemical manufacturing operation in Alfreton, playing a key role in driving product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement across the site.

What You'll Be Doing

• Investigating quality issues and non-conformances, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Leading quality audits and supporting customer, supplier, and certification audits.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and manufacturing performance.
• Conducting risk assessments using tools such as FMEA, HACCP, and SPC.
• Supporting process, equipment, material, and packaging validation activities.
• Developing and maintaining quality procedures, standards, and documentation.
• Analysing quality data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Delivering training and coaching to promote a strong quality culture across the site.

What We're Looking For

• Quality Engineering or Quality Assurance experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Background in chemical, food, pharmaceutical, or other regulated process industries preferred.
• Experience investigating non-conformances and managing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Knowledge of ISO quality management systems and auditing processes.
• Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor qualification desirable.
• Experience with SAP or ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Full UK driving license preferred.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affinitive Action Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation; comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance and a 401(k) plan; and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development.

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents.

Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.

For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.