Senior Quality Engineer

Orion Electrotech; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing organization in East Kilbride seeks a Senior Quality Engineer to elevate quality standards. You will lead inspection teams, manage quality control processes, and handle customer quality issues. Candidates should have extensive experience in high-reliability sectors like aerospace and a commitment to continuous improvement. A strong focus on teamwork and innovative problem-solving is essential. This role offers a competitive salary range of £40,000 - £50,000 DOE.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in high-reliability manufacturing sectors such as electronics, aerospace, or medical devices.
• Proven leadership in managing quality teams and resolving customer quality issues.
• Strong expertise in root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality investigations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Quality Inspection Team, setting clear standards and expectations.
• Oversee inspection processes, quality control, and product release decisions.
• Promote a culture of right-first-time quality across all departments.

Skills

Leadership

Root cause analysis

Quality investigations

Communication

Continuous improvement

Tools

SPC

PFMEA

APQP

Job description

Senior Quality Engineer

£40,000 - £50,000 DOE

Tewksbury

Are you an experienced quality professional with a passion for ensuring excellence in manufacturing environments? We are recruiting a Senior Quality Engineer to join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering top‑tier, fully compliant products in a high‑reliability industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Quality Inspection Team, setting clear standards and expectations.
• Oversee inspection processes, quality control, and product release decisions.
• Promote a culture of right‑first‑time quality across all departments.
• Challenge production schedules and operational pressures to uphold quality standards.
• Act as the primary contact for customer quality issues, building trust and credibility.
• Manage customer communications regarding non‑conformances, concessions, and corrective actions.
• Lead investigations into complex quality issues using structured methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone).
• Implement effective containment, corrective, and preventive actions.
• Monitor defect trends and systemic issues to drive long‑term improvements.
• Use data analysis tools such as SPC, yield, and scrap metrics to identify and mitigate risks.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, rework, and scrap.
• Provide coaching and development for Quality Engineers and inspectors.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant standards and internal quality systems.

Candidate Profile

• Extensive experience in high‑reliability manufacturing sectors such as electronics, aerospace, defence, or medical devices.
• Proven leadership in managing quality teams and resolving customer quality issues.
• Strong expertise in root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality investigations.
• Knowledge of PCB manufacturing processes (multilayer, HDI, controlled impedance, surface finishes) is preferred.
• Experience with standards such as IPC A‑600, ISO 9001, AS9100, and tools like SPC, PFMEA, and APQP.

Core Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Customer‑focused mindset with excellent communication skills.
• Results‑oriented with a drive for continuous improvement.
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental responsibilities.
• Innovative thinker, open to new ideas and process improvements.
• Collaborative approach to problem‑solving and cross‑functional teamwork.
• Dedicated to personal growth and developing others.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated quality professional to make a significant impact within a forward‑thinking manufacturing organisation. If you are ready to lead, influence, and drive quality excellence, we want to hear from you.

'Apply Now' or reach out to Ellie @ Orion Electrotech for further details.