Quality Engineer – Lean & Root-Cause Focus (Onsite)

Azenta Life Sciences; Wotton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Azenta UK, Ltd. is seeking a Quality Engineer to join our on-site team in Wotton, Surrey. The role focuses on maintaining quality standards, leading root-cause analysis, and driving continuous improvement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will work with cross-functional teams, utilize Lean and 8D methodologies, and contribute to product quality, process optimization, and robust build outcomes. Travel may be required and candidates with pharma/biotech experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Science or Engineering degree preferred.
• Experience in pharma, biotech, or medical devices.
• Proven manufacturing/production background.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer-raised quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve quality issues while ensuring safety and quality standards.
• Lead problem-solving sessions using 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, FMEA and SPC.

Skills

Lean principles

8D Methodology

5 Whys

Fishbone Diagrams

SPC

Data presentation

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Science or Engineering degree

Tools

Excel

Pareto Charts

Job description

Azenta UK, Ltd. is seeking a Quality Engineer to join our on-site team in Wotton, Surrey. The role focuses on maintaining quality standards, leading root-cause analysis, and driving continuous improvement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will work with cross-functional teams, utilize Lean and 8D methodologies, and contribute to product quality, process optimization, and robust build outcomes. Travel may be required and candidates with pharma/biotech experience are preferred.