Quality System Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Redditch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of precision electro-mechanical components seeks a Quality Systems Engineer to enhance quality systems and processes. You will drive internal audits, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with engineering and quality teams. Strong communication and a process-driven approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong process-driven mindset, able to lead quality systems.
• Experience in internal auditing and quality improvement tools.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and lead structured quality processes.
• Conduct internal audits and drive corrective actions.
• Support compliance with BS EN ISO 9001:2015.

Skills

Process-driven mindset

Collaboration

Communication skills

Understanding of quality improvement tools

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a manufacturer of precision electro-mechanical components and assemblies is currently looking to hire a Quality Systems Engineer. This role is vital to maintaining and improving internal quality systems and processes in line with customer and industry expectations.

The Quality Systems Engineer will:

• Maintain and lead structured quality processes, adapting them to meet specific customer requirements.
• Conduct internal audits, identify trends, and drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Support the Quality Engineer to ensure compliance with BS EN ISO 9001:2015.
• Report on key production KPIs (e.g. scrap percentages, on-time delivery) and present findings in meetings.
• Lead external compliance and certification audits, including customer-led assessments.

The Quality Systems Engineer will have:

• Strong, process-driven mindset with the ability to lead and adapt quality systems.
• Collaborative team player, confident working alongside engineering and quality teams.
• Experience with internal auditing and understanding of quality improvement tools (e.g., 8D, Root Cause Analysis).
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present issues sensitively and liaise with customers.
• Working knowledge of Control Plans and continuous improvement documentation.

If you're passionate about quality and process improvement and want to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, apply online with your updated CV and we’ll be in touch.