Quality Engineer

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Wickford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering company in Wickford is looking for a Quality Engineer to support quality management processes. The ideal candidate will conduct audits, compile documentation, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. A strong background in quality systems in manufacturing, especially aerospace or similar fields, is desired. The role includes additional holidays after service and modern work benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Annual pay rises

Pension

Free parking

Uniform

Qualifications

• Experience in quality engineering within a precision engineering environment.
• Ability to conduct product and system audits effectively.
• Familiarity with First Article Inspection techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support the Quality Manager in maintaining certifications.
• Conduct audits to ensure compliance.
• Compile documentation packs for product delivery.

Skills

Experience with data collection and analysis

Implementing quality systems in precision engineering

Lean/problem solving techniques (8D)

Knowledge of 6 Sigma process

Driving quality throughout a large business

Job description

The basics:

Job Title: Quality Engineer

Industry: Manufacturing

Location: Wickford

Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE

Hours: Monday to Thursday (8.00am to 5.00pm) and Fridays (7.30am to 12.30pm)

Contracted hours: 39 per week

Holidays/Benefits: 25 days + 8 bank holidays, After every 5 years' service an extra day holiday up to a max of 4 days, annual pay rises negotiated yearly, pension, modern work environment, free parking, uniform.

Overview:

Working within modern, purpose-built manufacturing facilities, the Quality Engineer will be working for a precision engineering business that manufacture components using first class machining and fabrication techniques.

Brief overview of duties:

• Support the Quality Manager in maintaining certifications.
• Conduct product and system audits to ensure compliance with regulatory and customer-specific requirements.
• Compile documentation packs to support product delivery and traceability.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine quality standards.
• Apply First Article Inspection techniques in line with AS9100 requirements.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
• Use quality tools to detect, contain, and investigate non-conformances, ensuring robust corrective actions are implemented.
• Define and apply process control methods, including identifying critical control points and developing work instructions.

The ideal candidate / Quality Engineer may have some of the following, however, please note these are only desirable and not essential as all applications will be looked at individually:

• Experience with data collection and analysis.
• A strong background at implementing quality systems within a precision engineering environment - aerospace/machining/fabrication or similar.
• Experienced in Lean/problem solving techniques (8D), Kaizen.
• Knowledge of 6 Sigma process beneficial.
• Competent/capable of driving quality throughout a large business and manufacturer.

Commutable from:

Wickford, Basildon, Rayleigh, Southend-on-Sea, Chelmsford and surrounding areas

Interested?

If you are interested in the Quality Engineer role then please apply immediately due to the urgency of this role.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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