Quality Engineer

Solenis; Somercotes CP; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Diversey - A Solenis Company is seeking a Quality Engineer for our Alfreton site to drive product quality and compliance. You will lead audits, investigate non-conformances, and support continuous improvement in a chemical manufacturing environment.

The role requires experience in regulated industries, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and familiarity with ISO quality systems. A lead auditor qualification and SAP/ERP experience are desirable.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Quality Engineering

CAPA

Auditing

ISO quality systems

SAP/ERP

Analytical skills

Communication

UK driving license

Regulated industries

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.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful manufacturing site where you’ll have a direct impact on product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement while working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affimantive 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.

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