Quality Engineer

The Engineer UK; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering company in Tewkesbury is seeking a Quality Engineer to maintain and improve high-quality standards across manufacturing processes. The role involves conducting inspections, managing calibration records, and supporting quality training in a supportive environment with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Supportive, inclusive environment

Opportunities for continuous learning

Varied work

Competitive salary and benefits

Early finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of ISO9001.
• Familiarity with ISO13485 and medical instruments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct dimensional inspections using various tools.
• Produce First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR).
• Support root cause analysis and create SOPs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Join to apply for the Quality Engineer role at The Engineer UK

19 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants

About The Job

Job Title: Quality Engineer

Location: Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire

Salary: £32,000 per annum (DOE)

Job Type: Full-time / Permanent

Hours: Mon - Thurs: 8am - 5pm, Fri: 8am - 1pm

About Us

Colt Precision is a growing precision engineering company based in Tewkesbury, specialising in orthopaedic medical instrumentation, aerospace, and defence components. We're a small, passionate team with big ambitions—and we're looking for a Quality Engineer who shares our drive for excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Knowledge of ISO9001
• Excellent attention to detail
• Team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills

Desirable

• Familiarity with ISO13485 and medical instruments

About You

As a Quality Engineer, you'll play a vital role in maintaining and improving our high-quality standards across the manufacturing process. Your responsibilities will include:

• Dimensional inspection using Vernier callipers, micrometres, gauges, and CMM
• First-off and aesthetic inspection of parts
• Producing First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR)
• Identifying and reporting recurring quality issues
• Managing calibration and inspection records
• Conducting shopfloor audits and supporting root cause analysis (NCRs)
• Creating SOPs and delivering quality training
• Supporting goods receiving, packing, and dispatch

Benefits

• A supportive, inclusive environment where you can be yourself
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth
• Varied and interesting work—no two days are the same
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Early finish on Fridays!

Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role.

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles such as Quality Assurance Specialist, Process Improvement Engineer, Quality Systems Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Analyst, and Product Compliance Engineer may also be considered.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Quality Assurance
• Industries: Aerospace, Medical Devices, Manufacturing