Quality Systems Engineer

Jackie Kerr Recruitment; Worcester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Growth By Sharing bonus

Christmas shutdown

Career progression

Cycle to Work Scheme

Eye Care Voucher

On-site parking

Job summary

Jackie Kerr Recruitment is seeking a Quality Systems Engineer for a Worcester-based manufacturer and distributor of specialist construction products.

You will develop, maintain and improve the QMS, lead audits and CAPA processes, and apply Lean and Six Sigma to cut waste and raise quality across functions.

The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years in QA/engineering and a bachelor’s degree, with strong knowledge of ISO 9001/14001, AS9100 and IATF 16949.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management or a related technical discipline.
• 3–5+ years’ experience within quality assurance, manufacturing or engineering.
• Strong familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, AS9100 and IATF 16949.
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP and FMEA.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and root-cause analysis tools such as 8D, Fishbone and 5 Whys.
• Knowledge of quality and business systems, measurement methods, engineering drawings and manufacturing processes.
• Clear technical writing, communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail and planning ability.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team with awareness of cost/financial impact.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and improve the company’s QMS, supporting customer requirements and regulatory compliance.
• Create and update process documentation, SOPs and quality manuals aligned with global frameworks.
• Lead internal audits and host external certification bodies.
• Investigate system failures and non-conformances using 8D, Fishbone and 5 Whys.
• Manage CAPA and implement lasting fixes with effectiveness checks.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma to reduce waste and improve quality processes.
• Train employees on QMS policies, compliance requirements and best practices.
• Monitor CAPA closure, non-conformances, LPA adherence and RFT performance.
• Collaborate across departments and with stakeholders to support continuous improvement.
• Comply with Health, Safety and Environmental policies.

Skills

ISO 9001

ISO 14001

AS9100

IATF 16949

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Root-cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Quality Management

Job description

Quality Systems Engineer

Worcester, Worcestershire

£50,000 - £60,000 Per Annum + Excellent Benefits!

We at JKR are supporting a growing manufacturer and distributor of specialist construction products, with a strong international presence and a focus on innovation!

The QMS Engineer Role:

• Develop, maintain and improve the company’s QMS, supporting customer requirements and regulatory compliance


• Create and update process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality manuals in line with global construction industry regulatory frameworks


• Lead internal audits and host external certification bodies, ensuring teams follow documented processes


• Investigate system failures and non-conformances using root-cause analysis tools such as 8D, Fishbone and 5 Whys


• Manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), implementing lasting fixes and checking their effectiveness


• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methods to reduce operational waste, prevent defects and improve quality processes


• Train employees across departments on QMS policies, compliance requirements and quality best practices


• Monitor CAPA closure times and rates, recurring non-conformances, layered process audit (LPA) adherence, right-first-time (RFT) performance and non-conformance report (NCR) rates


• Work across departments and with internal and external stakeholders to support consistent processes and continuous improvement


• Comply with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies

QMS Engineer Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management or a related technical discipline


• 3–5+ years’ experience within quality assurance, manufacturing or engineering


• Strong familiarity with quality frameworks including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, AS9100 and IATF 16949


• Strong knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA)


• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and practical experience using root-cause analysis tools such as 8D, Fishbone and 5 Whys


• Knowledge of quality and business systems, measurement methods, engineering drawings and manufacturing processes


• Clear technical writing, communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, effective planning and the ability to present data clearly


• Able to work independently and as part of a team, with an understanding of the cost and financial impacts of quality decisions

QMS Engineer Working Hours & Benefits:

• Full time, 8:00am–5:00pm Monday to Friday, with scope for flexibility


• 23 days’ holiday + Bank Holidays, with your birthday as a paid day off


• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme and Private Medical Insurance


• Growth By Sharing quarterly bonus scheme


• Christmas shutdown


• Professional development opportunities and potential for career progression


• Cycle to Work Scheme and Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme


• Eye Care Voucher Scheme


• Employee wellbeing initiatives and mental health support


• Recognition awards


• Breakfast and refreshments provided, modern open-plan working environment and on-site parking