Senior Quality Engineer

Premier Engineering; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering company in Manchester is seeking a Quality Engineer to maintain high-quality standards and processes across production. The ideal candidate will have experience in a quality engineering role, knowledge of ISO 9001, and strong problem-solving skills. Key responsibilities include conducting audits, resolving quality issues, and collaborating with teams to enhance processes. This permanent role offers a salary of £35,000 - £45,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a quality engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working within the power industry.
• In-depth knowledge of quality standards and problem-solving tools.

Responsibilities

• Conducting quality audits and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Investigating and resolving quality issues and non-conformances.
• Collaborating with production teams to improve quality processes.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in Engineering or Quality Management (BEng, HND, CQI)

Tools

Quality Management Systems (QMS)

ISO 9001

Job description

Role- Quality Engineer

Salary- 35,000 - 45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Type- Permanent

Location- Manchester

My client is an engineering company that designs and installs products for customers nationwide. They are looking for a Quality Engineer to join their team in Manchester on a permanent basis.

They are looking for a proactive individual to ensure that all quality standards and processes are maintained across the production line.

The Quality Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• Proven experience in a quality engineering role within a manufacturing environment
• Relevant qualifications in Engineering or Quality Management (BEng, HND, CQI, etc.)
• Experience working within the power industryIn-depth knowledge of quality standards such as ISO 9001 and problem-solving tools (e.g., 8D, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis)
• Experience with auditing processes
• Experience with quality management systems (QMS) and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to addressing quality issues

The Quality Engineer role will involve:

• Conducting quality audits and ensuring compliance with industry standards
• Investigating and resolving quality issues and non-conformances
• Collaborating with production teams to improve quality processes and reduce defects
• Performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions
• Managing the quality management system (QMS) and maintaining accurate documentation
• Providing training and guidance to staff on quality standards and procedures
• Liaising with customers and suppliers to address quality-related concerns
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality
• Occasional travel to the other site located in Leicester

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.