Quality Engineer – Lean & Compliance (12-Month Contract)

Blue Octopus Recruitment Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent tissue converter in East Midlands is seeking a Quality Engineer for a temporary maternity cover. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, internal audits, and driving continuous improvement in manufacturing processes. Candidates should have a minimum of two years’ experience in a similar role, particularly within the FMCG sector. The position offers various benefits including career progression opportunities, gym membership discounts, and personal development support.

Benefits

Opportunities for Career Progression

Supported Personal Development

15% off Nuffield Health Gym Membership

Life Assurance Scheme

Free Car Parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Quality Engineer or similar role.
• Minimum 2 years’ manufacturing experience.
• Experience within FMCG manufacturing is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety is prioritized.
• Respond to quality issues and manage non-conformities.
• Conduct internal audits and maintain the Quality Management System.
• Drive continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Health & Safety awareness

Root cause analysis

Lean methodologies

Quality Management System (QMS)

Good IT skills

Education

Level 2 HACCP qualification

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

A leading independent tissue converter in East Midlands is seeking a Quality Engineer for a temporary maternity cover. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, internal audits, and driving continuous improvement in manufacturing processes. Candidates should have a minimum of two years’ experience in a similar role, particularly within the FMCG sector. The position offers various benefits including career progression opportunities, gym membership discounts, and personal development support.