Senior Quality Engineer

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd; Dinedor; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Quality Engineer to join a dynamic team in Dinedor. The role involves leading quality assurance efforts, managing a team, and ensuring adherence to ISO standards. The ideal candidate has a solid background in Production Quality Engineering and a strong customer service orientation. This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Flexi days

Pension

Medical insurance

Healthcare

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Production Quality Engineering, preferably in the manufacturing sector.
• Hands-on experience with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 quality management systems.
• Expertise in applying six sigma principles for effective problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of Shift Quality Controllers and implement quality control procedures.
• Identify and resolve quality issues using root cause analysis.
• Manage the customer service process for quality-related concerns.

Skills

Production Quality Engineering

ISO 9001 and ISO 13485

Six Sigma principles

Customer service orientation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Metrological equipment

Management skills

Adaptability

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quality Engineer to join our client’s dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for leading the quality assurance efforts, ensuring products consistently meet the highest standards and exceed customers’ expectations.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing a team of Shift Quality Controllers and ensuring the effective implementation of quality control procedures.
• Identifying and resolving quality issues through root cause analysis, implementing corrective and preventative actions.
• Managing the customer service process, promptly addressing and resolving any quality‑related concerns.
• Reviewing and continuously improving quality check procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Conducting internal audits to ensure adherence to ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 standards.
• Championing the 8D problem‑solving methodology and leading the in‑house 8D program.
• Providing technical expertise and support for new product introductions and engineering changes.
• Fostering a culture of continuous improvement and process optimisation within the team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Production Quality Engineering, preferably in the manufacturing sector.
• Detailed understanding and hands‑on experience with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 quality management systems.
• Expertise in applying six sigma principles and tools for effective problem‑solving.
• Strong customer service orientation and the ability to build and maintain relationships with external customers.
• Excellent analytical and decision‑making skills, with the ability to balance customer and business needs.
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings and using metrological equipment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead and manage a team.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits

The client offers a competitive salary with bonus scheme, comprehensive benefits package including flexi days, pension, medical insurance, healthcare and opportunities for professional development.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter to Barry Salters outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.