Senior Quality Engineer

Permanent Futures Limited; Truro; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company based in Cornwall is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to enhance their engineering team. The role focuses on leading quality standards and continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will bring hands-on experience in manufacturing, strong knowledge of quality tools, and a collaborative approach to quality assurance. Join a well-established organization with a commitment to operational excellence and career development.

Benefits

Relocation Support up to £8,000

Qualifications

• Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of quality tools such as RCA, 8D, CAPA, SPC.
• Confident in a hands-on, shop-floor role.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems and standards.

Skills

Quality tools (RCA, 8D, CAPA, SPC)

Hands-on working

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Job description

Senior Quality Engineer

Location: Cornwall
Salary: £55,000 (open to negotiation for the right candidate)
Package: Relocation Support up to £8,000
Industry: Manufacturing / Engineering / Quality

A leading manufacturing business based in Cornwall is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to join their expanding team. Following major investment and a period of significant growth, the company is strengthening its engineering department and is looking for a driven, hands‑on Quality professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, shop‑floor environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established organisation with a strong commitment to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and long‑term development.

The Role

As Senior Quality Engineer, you will play a key part in driving quality standards, leading improvement initiatives, and supporting manufacturing operations. Responsibilities include:

• Leading quality investigations, root cause analysis, and implementing effective corrective actions
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives across the shop floor
• Ensuring compliance with quality systems, standards, and customer requirements
• Working collaboratively with production, engineering, and technical teams
• Supporting supplier quality performance and quality assurance activities

About You

• Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Strong knowledge of quality tools such as RCA, 8D, CAPA, SPC or similar
• Confident working hands‑on and being actively present on the shop floor
• Collaborative approach with the ability to influence and engage teams
• Passionate about quality, problem‑solving, and improvement

How to Apply

If you're a quality‑focused engineer looking for a fresh challenge within a growing and well‑invested manufacturing environment, please apply today with an up‑to‑date CV