Quality Engineer: FAIR & Process Improvement Lead

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Old Warren; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd, on behalf of a Reading-based client, seeks a hands-on Quality Engineer to own FAIR activities and drive quality improvements across the site.

You will lead FAIR tasks, inspect parts, interpret drawings and GD&T, and manage non-conformances while supporting process development and continuous improvement initiatives. A strong problem-solving background and experience with PPAP are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years' experience in a Quality Engineering or Quality Technician role within a manufacturing/engineering environment.
• Proven experience in inspection, non-conformance management, and quality systems.
• Exposure to FAIR processes is highly desirable.
• Good understanding of CNC machining processes and manufacturing environments.
• Competent in problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, Root Cause Analysis, CAPA).
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and a systematic approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) in line with customer and industry requirements.
• Perform hands-on inspection activities including visual and manual inspection of parts and components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and tolerances to ensure product compliance.
• Manage non-conformance processes, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Support quality planning, process development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct data analysis to identify trends, drive investigations, and implement solutions.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to internal teams and customers.
• Liaise with customer quality representatives to coordinate inspection and verification activities.
• Carry out internal audits and QC surveillance to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Take responsibility for identifying, reporting, and managing project non-conformances (scrap, rework, concession, etc.).

Skills

FAIR documentation

GD&T knowledge

Non-conformance management

Root cause analysis

CAPA

PPAP submission

CNC machining understanding

Data analysis

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd, on behalf of a Reading-based client, seeks a hands-on Quality Engineer to own FAIR activities and drive quality improvements across the site.

You will lead FAIR tasks, inspect parts, interpret drawings and GD&T, and manage non-conformances while supporting process development and continuous improvement initiatives. A strong problem-solving background and experience with PPAP are required.