Hands-on Quality Engineer: ISO Specialist & Floor Leader

SSO Personnel; Macroom; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Close collaboration with leadership

Job summary

SSO Personnel in Ireland is seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer to ensure product quality in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing setting. You will work directly with the Plant Manager and on-floor teams to drive corrective actions and maintain ISO compliance.

The role emphasizes proactive communication, on-floor presence, and close collaboration with Customer Service and Senior Management. Competitive salary and clear progression opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' hands-on experience in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Experience with Sheet Metal Fabrication processes (Turret Punch, Press Brake, Welding).
• Understanding of basic electrical circuit drawings, cables, crimping, switches, and lighting.

Responsibilities

• Lead ISO and other regulatory audits.
• Identify root causes of non-conformances and drive corrective actions.
• Collect and analyse quality data; prepare clear presentations for Senior Management.
• Work with Customer Service to spot trends in calls/complaints.
• Update procedures and policies.
• Create and close out Corrective Action Reports.
• Use COPIS methodology for new process introductions.
• Manage supplier returns, credits, and liaise with suppliers on quality issues.
• Host quality meetings and maintain Quality KPIs.
• Write specific quality reports as required.

Skills

Advanced Excel

ISO procedures

Shop floor communication

Tools

Sheet Metal Fabrication

Electrical drawings

Job description

SSO Personnel in Ireland is seeking a hands-on Quality Engineer to ensure product quality in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing setting. You will work directly with the Plant Manager and on-floor teams to drive corrective actions and maintain ISO compliance.

The role emphasizes proactive communication, on-floor presence, and close collaboration with Customer Service and Senior Management. Competitive salary and clear progression opportunities are offered.