Quality Engineer

Premier Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in the UK seeks a Quality Engineer to support quality activities across the manufacturing process. In this full-time role, you will collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to maintain quality standards and resolve quality issues. The successful candidate will have experience in quality roles within manufacturing, strong knowledge of quality tools, and excellent problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Quality Engineer role within manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance tools and processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Support audits and maintain quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

Skills

Quality engineering experience

Knowledge of ISO 9001

Use of quality tools (8D, FMEA, SPC, RCA)

Analytical problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

Quality Engineer – Manufacturing

As the Quality Engineer, you will support all quality activities across the manufacturing process, ensuring products meet customer, regulatory and internal standards. You will work closely with Production, Engineering and Supply Chain teams to maintain robust quality systems and resolve quality issues promptly and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Support internal and external audits, maintaining ISO/AS quality standards
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing
• Develop and update quality documentation, SOPs and work instructions
• Liaise with customers and suppliers on quality concerns
• Analyse data to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Provide shop floor support and guidance to ensure adherence to quality processes

About You

• Previous experience in a Quality Engineer or similar quality role within manufacturing
• Strong understanding of quality tools such as 8D, FMEA, SPC and RCA
• Experience working to ISO 9001 or similar standards
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
• Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving skills
• Proactive, organised and able to manage multiple priorities

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Manufacturing

Industries

Manufacturing