Quality Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Wigan; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing electronics manufacturing business in Wigan is seeking a Quality Engineer to enhance product quality and compliance with international standards. This pivotal role involves developing documentation, performing inspections, and ensuring ongoing ISO 9001 compliance, making a significant impact on product performance and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Strong focus on quality assurance.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 requirements.
• Experience maintaining compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain work instructions for assembly teams.
• Implement inspection and testing procedures.
• Maintain ISO 9001 documentation and compliance.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication

Collaboration

Education

Background in engineering

Job description

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KO2’s client, a growing electronics manufacturing and design business based in Wigan, is now at a pivotal point in their development. Due to continued growth and increased production demand, they are seeking a Quality Engineer to take ownership of the documentation and inspection processes that ensure their high standards are consistently met.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business where quality is at the heart of everything they do, and where your work will have a direct impact on product performance, customer satisfaction, and compliance with international standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain clear, detailed work instructions to support assembly teams in producing high-quality products.
• Implement inspection and testing procedures across the manufacturing process, collaborating with engineers on test rig development.
• Gather and report quality metrics to identify areas for improvement and track ongoing progress.
• Maintain ISO 9001 documentation, and work closely with external auditors and consultants to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to refine assembly processes.
• Conduct visual inspections of completed products and approve prior to release.
• Review and verify drawings before delivery to customers.
• Support the development and structure of engineering documentation to enhance data resilience and IT robustness.
• Program and operate an Automatic Optical Inspection (AOI) machine for PCB quality checks (full training provided).

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Background in engineering with a strong focus on quality assurance.
• Detail-oriented mindset and methodical approach to documentation and inspection.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 requirements and experience in maintaining compliance.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially when working cross-functionally.

This is an on-site role in Wigan with a close-knit team in a business that values precision, innovation, and continuous improvement.