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Senior Quality Engineer

Interaction Recruitment

Northampton

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GBP 35,000 - 40,000

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Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer in Northampton. The role involves leading quality assurance across departments and supporting various audits. Candidates should have extensive experience in quality roles within manufacturing, with strong knowledge of ISO standards and quality tools. A salary between £35,000 and £40,000 is offered, along with overtime and bonuses.

Benefits

Overtime available
Training & development opportunities
Internal progression routes
Company pension scheme
Company sick pay

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in a senior quality role within manufacturing.
  • Strong knowledge of ISO9001 and IATF16949 standards.
  • Skilled in quality tools such as 8D, FMEA, PPAP, APQP, and Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support quality assurance across departments.
  • Conduct internal audits and assist with external/customer audits.
  • Drive root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Proven experience in a senior quality role
Strong knowledge of ISO9001 and IATF16949 standards
Skilled in quality tools such as 8D, FMEA, PPAP, APQP, and Six Sigma
Excellent communication skills
Leadership skills
Experience in rubber/plastic injection moulding
Job description
Overview

Role: Senior Quality Engineer (Injection Moulding)

Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire

Salary: £35,000-£40,000 per annum + Overtime & Bonus (OTE £40,000-£45,000)

Hours: Monday–Thursday 8:00am–5:00pm; Friday 8:00am–1:00pm (39 hours/week)

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

The Package
  • Overtime available
  • Training & development opportunities
  • Internal progression routes | Leadership/Management
  • Company pension scheme
  • Company sick pay
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and support quality assurance across departments
  • Conduct internal audits and assist with external/customer audits
  • Drive root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Manage documentation and compliance with ISO standards
  • Oversee product verification, reporting, and customer returns
  • Support production checks and despatch quality processes
What We’re Looking For
  • Proven experience in a senior quality role within manufacturing
  • Strong knowledge of ISO9001 and IATF16949 standards
  • Skilled in quality tools such as 8D, FMEA, PPAP, APQP, and Six Sigma
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
  • Auditor training and experience with automotive quality systems (desirable)
  • Experience in rubber/plastic injection moulding is a plus
About Interaction Recruitment

Interaction Recruitment has specialist consultants across various industries in the UK, including Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial, and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support.

How to apply / Contact

For more information about this position or to discuss other opportunities, please contact the recruiter or email the posting contact provided.

Job Details
  • Job Title: Senior Quality Engineer
  • Company: Interaction Recruitment
  • Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
  • Sector: Contract: Permanent
  • Hours: Full Time
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