Senior Quality Engineer

Schneider Electric; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology company in Plymouth is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to manage the Integrated Management System and lead ISO audits. The ideal candidate will ensure product quality, handle complex quality problems, and actively participate in product design processes. Strong communication skills and relevant experience in a high-volume production environment are essential. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus Scheme

28 Days Annual Leave

Pension Scheme

Employee Share Ownership Programme

Health & Wellbeing Support

Gym Flex

Shopping & Dining Discounts

Learning Portal

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a similar role within a high-volume production environment.
• Experience with electronics and assembly processes.
• Proven track record of delivering corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Integrated Management System to ISO requirements.
• Lead internal and external audit programs.
• Report on quality KPIs and improve performance levels.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and problem resolution in quality issues.
• Participate in product design and process validation.

Skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Communication

Initiative

Critical thinking

Education

HND in Quality or Production engineering

ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor qualification

Six Sigma Green Belt

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Senior Quality Engineer

Management of the Company Integrated Management System and audit programme lead in both internal / external ISO and product-specific audits.
You will also be required to play a key role in ensuring product / process issues are promptly investigated and adequate corrective / preventive actions implemented, e.g. customer complaints, out of specification components, etc.
You will also be responsible for ensuring that the products produced meet the quality standards required, to minimise quality costs and maximise customer satisfaction whilst ensuring that procedures and processes are adhered to.
Work on multiple phases or sub-tasks of projects or entire projects of high complexity, with results impacting on project completion. Work reviewed at project milestones and / or upon completion by Management.
Work under minimal supervision with cross functional project teams to resolve complex quality problems which may have significant impact to the business, e.g. product failures, production downtime, cost saving initiatives, external certification.
The successful candidate will participate in both the design and manufacturing process to ensure that all products represent the maximum quality and reliability attainable.

Responsibilities

• Management of the Company Integrated Management System to the requirements of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018.
• External Audits; host regular assessments for the maintenance of the current ISO 9001:2015 certification and various product-specific certification schemes.
• Internal Audits; lead the programme of periodic audits of system & process for the purpose of assuring continued conformance to the Integrated Management System requirements. Facilitate the annual audit plan and manage allocation of the existing audit team to complete agreed objectives.
• Monthly / weekly reporting of Quality related KPI's, providing effective communication of PPM levels & rejections to improve overall performance levels.
• Nonconformance Management (Internal / External). Support / lead 8D activities. Perform analysis and identify trends in nonconformances and work within a cross-functional team environment to achieve effective root cause analysis and problem resolution.
• Maintain retention adherence of quality records to the requirements of the Integrated Management System.
• New Product Introduction - Provide active involvement in all aspects of product design, process development & validation to support the launch of new products.

Profile Character

• Use initiative and judgement to make decisions and solve complex problems.
• Good time management.
• Communicate effectively to colleagues and customers at all levels.
• Motivated and driven to deliver high standards.
• Critical thinker and active listener to work with Customers and within cross-functional teams.
• Able to work autonomously but also as part of a team.

Education & Qualifications

• ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor qualification desirable.
• HND standard or above in Quality and / or Production engineering disciplines.
• MS Office skills - strong Excel an advantage.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or CI qualification an advantage.

Knowledgeable

• ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems.
• Awareness of ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 an advantage.
• Quality / Six Sigma tools: PFMEA, Control Plans, Root Cause Analysis (5Y's / 8D).
• Health & Safety and Environmental Management Systems, including an awareness of overall behavioural standards and compliance in the workplace.

Experience

• Relevant experience in a similar role within a high-volume production environment.
• Experience of electronics, assembly and moulding processes an advantage.
• Experience in the manufacturing of electronic / SMART (internet connected) products an advantage.
• Proven track record of delivering robust permanent corrective actions to prevent re-occurrence of quality issues.

At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation

We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration.
We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future.
“We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who consider themselves living with a disability.”

What we offer you

Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme
28 Days Annual Leave
Public Holidays
Holiday Buy & Sell programme,
Pension Scheme,
Employee Share Ownership Programme
Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options,
Gym Flex
Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally),
Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more.

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