Quality Engineer - NPI & Continuous Improvement

Swarco; Richmond; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

SWARCO UK & Ireland seeks an experienced Quality Engineer to lead QA and continuous improvement across manufacturing and engineering operations. You will champion a culture of quality, compliance and ongoing improvement throughout the product lifecycle.

The role maintains ISO management systems, drives CAPA, supports new product introduction and delivers operational excellence across the business. Strong analytical and stakeholder skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Quality Engineering role within manufacturing or engineering.
• Strong knowledge of ISO management systems and CE/UKCA marking requirements.
• Experience investigating root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality data analysis tools.
• Experience with 5S methodologies.
• Membership of CQI and/or IOSH preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve QA processes, procedures and ISO management systems.
• Ensure CE/UKCA conformity.
• Lead root cause investigations and CAPA.
• Plan, conduct and coordinate audits with internal, customer and supplier findings.
• Review drawings and specs to establish quality standards.
• Monitor quality data and identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Champion quality in NPI and embed quality in products and processes.
• Maintain quality documentation including inspection plans, FMEAs and control plans.
• Manage non-conformance processes and ensure corrective actions.
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve supplier quality.
• Drive continuous improvement with Lean, Six Sigma and 5S.
• Promote culture of quality, safety and operational excellence.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Stakeholder communication

Attention to detail

Initiative & improvement

Education

ASQ CQE or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Quality data analysis tools

IMS platforms

Job description

SWARCO UK & Ireland seeks an experienced Quality Engineer to lead QA and continuous improvement across manufacturing and engineering operations. You will champion a culture of quality, compliance and ongoing improvement throughout the product lifecycle.

The role maintains ISO management systems, drives CAPA, supports new product introduction and delivers operational excellence across the business. Strong analytical and stakeholder skills are essential.