Quality Engineer – QMS & Continuous Improvement

Hunter Selection Limited; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Companywide bonus

33 days holiday including bank breaks

Life insurance

Medical / Health access

Employee discounts platform

Job summary

Hunter Selection Limited is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join a global manufacturing group in Plymouth, Devon. You will maintain and improve the QMS, work with production, engineering, customers and suppliers to ensure the highest quality standards.

The role involves leading audits, implementing CAPAs, PFMEA, control plans, and data analysis to drive continuous improvement and compliance with ISO 9001.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and developing a Quality Management System (QMS) in manufacturing.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and audits (internal and external).
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills (8D, 5 Why, RCA).
• Ability to analyse quality data and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the QMS to ensure the highest quality standards.
• Lead internal and external quality audits and support with corrective actions.
• Develop and update quality documentation, procedures, and control plans.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to improve process capability and product quality.
• Monitor KPIs and quality performance metrics and support PFMEA reviews.

Skills

Quality management

Root cause analysis

Auditing

Problem solving

Documentation control

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

MS Office

Communication

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Education

Quality or Engineering qualification

Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor certification

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Hunter Selection Limited is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join a global manufacturing group in Plymouth, Devon. You will maintain and improve the QMS, work with production, engineering, customers and suppliers to ensure the highest quality standards.

The role involves leading audits, implementing CAPAs, PFMEA, control plans, and data analysis to drive continuous improvement and compliance with ISO 9001.