Quality Engineer Manufacturing

LF Legal Translation Services; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in quality assurance is looking for a Quality Engineer in Farnborough. This role involves monitoring standards, conducting audits, and improving processes across manufacturing. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in manufacturing and familiarity with quality tools. This position offers a chance for growth and development within the organization.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience working as a Quality Engineer within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with mechanical products.
• Experience writing and updating SOPs and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve standards of workmanship across sheet metal fabrication and electronics assembly.
• Investigate customer complaints and non-conformances, implementing corrective actions.
• Plan and carry out internal audits against ISO 9001.

Skills

Quality Tools 8D

5 Whys

Ishikawa

Job description

Quality Engineer

Our clients, based in Farnborough have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join their growing team. We are seeking a Quality Engineer who has experience working within a mechanical manufacturing environment, with opportunity to develop and progress with the business.

Production Quality Assurance

• Monitor and improve standards of workmanship across sheet metal fabrication and electronics assembly operations.
• Support and train production staff in quality requirements, visual standards, and correct handling methods
• Conduct First Article Inspections (FAIs) and maintain appropriate documentation in accordance with customer and internal requirements.
• Identify, analyse and reduce rework through investigation and implementation of effective corrective actions using quality tools (5 Why, 8D, Ishikawa).
• Ensure inspection stages are effective and consistent with drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
  
  

Customer Quality Assurance

• Investigate customer complaints and non-conformances, implementing timely and robust corrective actions.
• Host customer visits, audits, and inspections, acting as the primary quality representative.
• Raise and manage customer concessions and ensure traceability of records.
• Liaise with customers to clarify and agree product quality standards and acceptance criteria.
• Support RMA analysis and reporting.
  
  

Supplier Quality Assurance

• Support Purchasing in the assessment, approval, and ongoing evaluation of key suppliers.
• Conduct supplier audits and support the resolution of supplier non-conformances.
• Analyse supplier performance data and lead improvement initiatives in collaboration with the supply base.
  
  

Internal Auditing And Compliance

• Plan and carry out internal audits against ISO 9001 and internal processes.
• Report audit findings, agree corrective actions, and verify closure of actions to maintain compliance
• Maintain audit records and support third-party audit readiness
  
  

Business Management System

• Maintain and develop SOPs, work instructions, forms, and quality records to ensure compliance with ISO 9001.
• Support continuous improvement of the Business Management System (BMS) and ensure changes are communicated effectively
• Assist in document control and revision management in line with process changes and audit
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• 3 years experience working as a Quality Engineer within a manufacturing environment
• Experience working with mechanical products
• Experience using Quality Tools 8D, 5whysor Ishikawa
• Experience writing and updatingSOP's and work instruction
  
  

Working Hours

Monday Thursday 8am 4:45pm, Friday 8am 3pm

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