Quality Engineer - Continuous Improvement Lead

Sammons Recruitment Ltd; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sammons Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a Quality Engineer for a manufacturing company in Eastbourne. This role offers the opportunity to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure product quality meets high standards.

The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing quality, strong knowledge of improvement tools, and excellent communication skills. Travel to customer sites may be required for inspections and meetings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing quality role.
• Experience managing quality processes and problem-solving activities.
• Experience within vacuum technology or advanced manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate continuous improvement activities across the business.
• Manage non-conformances, customer complaints, and returns.
• Conduct root cause analysis using tools such as 8D and 5 Whys.

Skills

Continuous improvement tools and methodologies

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of quality processes

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

ONC/HNC in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or a relevant quality discipline

Tools

CMM

Faro Arm

Metrology equipment

Job description

Sammons Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a Quality Engineer for a manufacturing company in Eastbourne. This role offers the opportunity to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure product quality meets high standards.

The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing quality, strong knowledge of improvement tools, and excellent communication skills. Travel to customer sites may be required for inspections and meetings.