Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

Permanent – Days – Gloucester - Fulltime - £(phone number removed) + Excellent Benefits

My client, an industry leader in advanced solutions for a wide range of applications in a vast range of industries, are looking for a Quality Engineer to join their team.

Working alongside the Quality team, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving the quality performance of the organisations production operations, customer quality performance and the implementation of the BMS

Responsibilities:

·     Carry out daily Quality-related tasks within the assigned production team, ensuring all quality requirements are met.

·     Apply standardised Quality Engineering tools and processes to maintain accuracy and consistency across operations.

·     Lead the integration of robust APQP processes within the assigned production area.

·     Collaborate with Process Engineers to conduct PFMEA and develop control plans for all manufacturing processes.

·     Establish, implement, and sustain strong process controls to support product and process quality.

·     Analyse production data to identify trends and proactively suggest improvements for continuous quality enhancement.

·     Work closely with Manufacturing Engineers to drive improvements in quality performance across production.

·     Implement and oversee process control measures, including statistical process control (SPC), to ensure consistency and reduce variability.

·     Provide Quality support and troubleshooting expertise to resolve process-related challenges and enhance overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) through first-time-right improvements.

·     Conduct process capability studies, statistical analysis, and data-driven decision-making to support operational efficiency and production targets.

·     Manage Quality Engineering responsibilities for new product and process introductions, working cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration.

·     Contribute to Lean initiatives from a Quality perspective, supporting improvement events and activities.

·     Lead investigations into customer quality concerns, ensuring comprehensive root cause analysis and corrective actions using methodologies such as 8D, PPS, and DMAIC.

·     Oversee the review and resolution of production scrap through the effective application of the MRB process.

·     Address supplier quality issues identified within the assigned production area, ensuring appropriate actions are taken.

·     Support the use and development of the Business Management System within the Quality function.

·     Assist in drafting and implementing Quality procedures and organisational policies.

·     Regularly report on Quality KPIs and contribute to performance monitoring.

·     Participate in the planning and execution of the annual improvement plan for Quality.

·     Support external and internal audits as part of the audit schedule.

·     Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of the Quality function through continuous improvement initiatives.

·     Ensure all Quality activities comply with relevant safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

·     Stay informed about advancements in Quality management methodologies, technologies, and industry best practices.

·     Build strong working relationships within the assigned production team to enhance collaboration.

·     Undertake any other reasonable tasks as required by the company.

Person:

·     Experienced Quality Engineer working within AS9100 managed manufacturing environment

·     Experience in the use of methodologies

·     Excellent problem-solving skills

·     Working knowledge of process safety, risk assessment and compliance with regulatory standards

·     Strong communication and collaboration skills

Desirable

·     Trained internal auditor AS9100

·     Knowledge of use of CMM inspection measuring technology.

·     Experience with Project management tools

·     Experience with Lean manufacturing methodologies