Quality Engineer - RCA

Quartzelec Ltd; Rugby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Quartzelec Ltd in Rugby is seeking a Quality Engineer to oversee daily quality tasks and ensure compliance with quality processes. This role involves facilitating problem-solving activities, leading non-conformance closures, and preparing quality documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a background in electrical or mechanical engineering, strong problem-solving skills, and experience in a production environment. Applicants must be UK nationals and may need Security Check clearance.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead quality activities and resolve non-conformances using RCA tools such as 8D, A3, Ishikawa and 5 Whys.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015.
• Experience within a production environment, including inspection work and use of mechanical measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with company procedures across Rugby operations.
• Lead the closure of non-conformances through effective root cause analysis.
• Prepare quality reports, documentation, and corrective action records.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Problem-solving

Communication

Quality auditing

Strong understanding of engineering drawings

Education

Background in electrical or mechanical engineering

Job description

We are looking to recruit a Quality Engineer within our Rugby Operation to oversee and carry out daily quality tasks, ensuring that the company’s quality processes are followed. You will facilitate 8D problem‑solving activities for both supplier and internal complaints, from initial containment through to verified corrective actions. Success in this role will be achieved by building strong working relationships across the business, communicating with managers and staff to ensure that our QMS is functioning correctly and compliance is maintained. You will play a key role in reducing defects, advising on changes, and providing training to support our quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with company procedures across Rugby operations
• Lead the closure of non‑conformances through effective root cause analysis and corrective/preventative actions
• Prepare quality reports, documentation and corrective action records
• Support APQP, FMEA and development of Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and Quality Plans
• Monitor and report on key quality metrics to identify trends and drive improvements
• Background in electrical or mechanical engineering
• Experience within a production environment, including inspection work and use of mechanical measuring equipment
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T
• Proven ability to lead quality activities and resolve non‑conformances using RCA tools such as 8D, A3, Ishikawa and 5 Whys
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and quality auditing techniques

Due to the nature of our work, you must hold or be eligible to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance. We can support your application for SC if you do not currently have it. Applicants must be UK nationals.

Quartzelec is an equal opportunities employer

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