Quality Engineer - NPI

Quartzelec Ltd; Rugby; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Quartzelec Ltd is looking for a proactive Quality Engineer to join their Rugby Operations Workshop. This role involves ensuring compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS), conducting daily inspections, and facilitating continuous improvement activities. The successful candidate will work closely with production and engineering teams, leading audits and investigating non-conformances. A strong background in electrical or mechanical engineering, along with experience in inspections and knowledge of QMS standards, is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in inspection, conducting root cause analysis using 8D, A3, Ishikawa, and 5 Whys.
• Knowledge of Gauge R&R, MSA.

Responsibilities

• Inspect components against engineering drawings and standards.
• Support APQP, FMEA, and generate First Article Inspection Reports.
• Lead internal and external audits.
• Investigate non-conformances.

Skills

Attention to detail

Root cause analysis

Quality Management System (QMS)

Inspections

Understanding of engineering drawings

Education

Background in electrical or mechanical engineering

Tools

Mechanical measuring equipment

ISO 9001:2015

AS9102

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Engineer to join our Rugby Operations Workshop. Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with our Quality Management System (QMS), carrying out daily inspections, and supporting continuous improvement activities. This is a hands‑on role, working closely with production and engineering teams to embed quality at every stage of the process.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspecting and measuring components against engineering drawings and standards.
• Supporting APQP, FMEA, and generating First Article Inspection Reports (AS9102).
• Leading and supporting internal and external audits.
• Investigating non-conformances, conducting root cause analysis (8D, A3, Ishikawa, 5 Whys).
• Developing and reviewing Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and Quality Plans.
• Experience in inspection and the use of mechanical measuring equipment.
• Background in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 & AS9102 standards.
• Familiarity with Gauge R&R, MSA, and root cause analysis methods.

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