Quality Engineer

Danfoss; Warwick; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Warwick is seeking a Quality Engineer to drive quality culture and support non-conformities management. The ideal candidate will have relevant engineering qualifications and experience in quality assurance. This role involves ensuring compliance with quality control standards and internal auditing. Candidates should have a strong understanding of quality tools such as PPAP and PFMEA and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a similar role.
• Ability to read drawings and understand technical specifications.
• Strong knowledge of quality tools.

Responsibilities

• Drive the Quality culture across the business.
• Support containment and handling of non-conformities.
• Ensure change management processes are followed.

Skills

Quality control

Problem solving

Data analysis

Relationship building

Education

Relevant qualification in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing

Tools

CMM or similar laboratory equipment

PPAP

PFMEA

CP

MSA

SPC

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Responsibilities:

• Help drive the Quality culture across the business.
• Support the containment and handling of non-conformities, ensuring corrective and preventive actions are implemented, verified, and validated (8D).
• Mentor and promote the use of problem-solving tools (4-Steps, 8D, Pareto Analysis, Cause & Effect Diagrams, Graphs, 5-Why analysis).
• Ensure the change management process is followed and the required quality tools are used effectively.
• Support coordination and gathering for Customer and supplier PPAPs (Product or process changes, new business or concessions).
• Review, approve, and provide technical support for supplier PPAP submissions within the scope of AIAG manuals for APQP and PPAP in line with Danfoss Business Systems.
• Support and control the execution and adherence to the QMS processes, including conducting audits where applicable.
• Support analysis and containment of production or customer-related queries to help maintain customer satisfaction and production output.
• Ensure that quality control points are established and maintained in the factory and executed according to the Control Plan (PFMEA, CP, MSA, SPC Capability studies).
• Participate in the Continuous Improvement process to support the execution of quality-related TIP (Tactical Improvement Plan) projects.
• Ensure understanding and compliance with Health and Safety regulations at all times.
• Ensure all tasks are carried out safely.
• Ensure understanding and compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements at all times and serve as a role model on site.
• Ensure understanding of product safety, quality, and customer-specific requirements and help ensure they are met at all times.
• Assist where applicable to maintain all externally accredited standards.

Candidate Profile:

We expect the successful applicant to demonstrate:

• Relevant qualification in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or similar, along with demonstrable experience within a similar role.
• Ability to read drawings and understand technical specifications.
• Strong knowledge of tools such as PPAP, PFMEA, CP, MSA, SPC, Capability Studies, and Manufacturing Processes.
• Previous knowledge or experience of using CMM or similar laboratory equipment.
• In-depth knowledge and experience of problem solving.
• Ability to analyze and report data and measurements.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders across all levels, with a proactive approach to tasks.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in an IATF 16949 environment.
• Knowledge and experience in internal auditing.
• Understanding of systems such as ERP/SAP, and familiarity with LEAN principles and Continuous Improvement tools.
• Knowledge of GD&T.

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and broader perspectives in decision-making. If your profile does not match all requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We are interested in how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.