Quality Engineer in Neath

Focus Resourcing; Neath; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Contributory Pension

Car parking

On-site canteen

Job summary

Focus Resourcing is recruiting a meticulous Quality Engineer to uphold high manufacturing quality and regulatory compliance. You will develop and maintain quality plans, conduct root cause analyses, and lead investigations into non-conformances and supplier issues.

You will review drawings, participate in design reviews, and drive data-driven improvements through SPC/PPAP, Lean Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in highly regulated manufacturing industries.
• Proven experience as a Quality Engineer within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and quality assurance principles.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality plans, inspection plans, and control plans for both new and existing products.
• Conduct root cause analysis using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, and DMAIC, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead investigations into internal non-conformances, customer complaints, and supplier quality issues.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing processes to ensure quality requirements are clearly defined and achievable.
• Participate in design reviews, process validation, and production readiness activities.
• Monitor key quality metrics and analyse data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Perform process capability studies and statistical analysis using SPC, MSA, and PPAP techniques.
• Support internal, customer, and third-party audits and assist in maintaining audit readiness.
• Work closely with suppliers to resolve quality issues and support supplier development initiatives.
• Assist in the qualification and validation of manufacturing processes, equipment, and inspection methods.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Prepare quality reports and present findings to management and customers.
• Ensure calibration, inspection, and testing activities are conducted in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Support training of production personnel on quality standards, inspection methods, and quality awareness.

Skills

Quality management systems

Root cause analysis

GD&T

AS9100

AS9102

ISO 9001

PFMEA

Control Plans

APQP

SPC

MSA

PPAP

Process capability

Data analysis

Job description

Are you a meticulous Quality Engineer with a passion for maintaining the highest standards in manufacturing? This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on product quality and compliance within a dynamic and highly regulated industry. If you thrive on solving complex problems and driving continuous improvement, this position is tailored for you.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality plans, inspection plans, and control plans for both new and existing products.
• Conduct root cause analysis using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, and DMAIC, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead investigations into internal non-conformance's customer complaints, and supplier quality issues.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing processes to ensure quality requirements are clearly defined and achievable.
• Participate in design reviews, process validation, and production readiness activities.
• Monitor key quality metrics and analyse data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Perform process capability studies and statistical analysis using Statistical Process Control techniques.
• Support internal, customer, and third-party audits and assist in maintaining audit readiness.
• Work closely with suppliers to resolve quality issues and support supplier development initiatives.
• Assist in the qualification and validation of manufacturing processes, equipment, and inspection methods.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Prepare quality reports and present findings to management and customers.
• Ensure calibration, inspection, and testing activities are conducted in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Support training of production personnel on quality standards, inspection methods, and quality awareness.

Skills and experience:

• Experience within the highly regulated manufacturing industries.
• Proven experience as a Quality Engineer within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and quality assurance principles.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with AS9100, AS9102, and ISO 9001 standards.
• Experience with quality tools such as PFMEA, Control Plans, APQP, SPC, MSA, and PPAP.

Key skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and statistical problem-solving abilities.
• Effective planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Customer-focused approach.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality data analysis tools.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday
• Contributory Pension
• Car parking
• On-site canteen

Hours 8.00-16.00 Friday till 15.30.