Quality & Process Engineer

Omega Resource Group; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Irlam, Greater Manchester seeks a Quality & Process Engineer to drive quality performance and manage production processes. You will be responsible for establishing effective quality controls, supporting NPI, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate has experience in a regulated manufacturing environment and is proficient in quality engineering tools. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Training and development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (AS9100 Rev D or ISO9001).
• Proficient in APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans.
• Hands-on experience with process engineering tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day Quality & Process Engineering activities.
• Lead APQP deployment and develop PFMEAs.
• Monitor and analyse production data for quality improvements.

Skills

Quality & Process Engineering

APQP

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

SPC

DMAIC

8D

Job description

Job Title: Quality & Process Engineer

Location: Irlam, Greater Manchester

Pay Range: GBP45,000 - GBP50,000

Contract Type: Perm

As Quality & Process Engineer, you will primarily be responsible for driving the quality performance of the organisation’s Production operations, focusing on establishing effective quality & process controls which strive for world-class levels of customer quality and reduced waste throughout the manufacturing value stream.

The role will also support the effective implementation of the Business Management system and new products & processes, working with internal stakeholders to standardise methodologies and ensure compliance to documented procedures in the manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day Quality & Process Engineering activities within the Value Stream.
• Lead APQP deployment and develop PFMEAs, Control Plans, and robust process controls.
• Monitor and analyse production data to drive quality improvements and reduce waste.
• Lead and support root cause analysis using tools such as 8D, DMAIC, PPS.
• Implement and sustain SPC, process capability studies, and data-driven improvements.
• Provide Quality support for NPI, ensuring compliance and seamless integration into production.
• Manage internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Support Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives across the Quality function.
• Maintain and improve the Business Management System documentation.
• Respond to customer quality concerns, driving corrective and preventive actions.
• Manage supplier quality issues within the assigned value stream.
• Routinely report on Quality KPIs and support the annual improvement planning cycle.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Strong background in Quality & Process Engineering in a regulated manufacturing environment (AS9100 Rev D or ISO9001).
• Proficient in APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, FAIR, ISIR, SPC.
• Hands-on experience with process engineering tools: Time Studies (MOST), SOPs, VSM, Spaghetti Diagrams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings including GD&T.
• Effective communicator with the ability to influence and support cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced production environment.

What we can offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Full-time, permanent role with regular working hours.
• Opportunities for training and development in a dynamic, growing company.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.