Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

Permanent – Days – Irlam – Full-time – Up to £45,000 + Excellent Benefits

An industry-leading manufacturer, renowned for delivering precision-engineered solutions across global markets, is looking to expand its team with the addition of a Quality Engineer at its Manchester facility. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring production quality, driving improvements, and supporting a culture of excellence. You’ll work across the full production value stream, applying core quality tools and problem-solving techniques to ensure compliance, minimise scrap, and support right-first-time performance.

Key Responsibilities:

·     Manage daily quality tasks across the designated production value stream.

·     Drive APQP processes and lead the development of PFMEAs and Control Plans in collaboration with Process Engineering.

·     Implement and maintain robust quality controls using methodologies such as SPC and data-driven analysis.

·     Monitor production data to identify improvement opportunities and support OEE enhancements.

·     Lead responses to customer concerns, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions using tools like 8D, PPS, and DMAIC.

·     Address and resolve supplier quality issues within the supported value stream.

·     Support MRB processes and scrap reduction initiatives.

·     Contribute to new product and process introduction from a quality perspective.

·     Assist in maintaining and improving the Business Management System and quality documentation.

·     Participate in internal and external audits and support audit readiness.

·     Track and report on quality KPIs and contribute to annual improvement planning.

·     Stay current with industry standards and advancements in quality tools and best practices.

The Person:

·     Strong background in Quality Engineering within a manufacturing environment governed by AS9100 Rev D or ISO 9001.

·     Hands-on experience with quality systems and methodologies including APQP, PPAP, FAIR, ISIR, SPC, Control Plans, and PSW.

·     Skilled in analysing process data and implementing improvement initiatives.

·     Proficient in reading engineering drawings, including understanding of GD&T.

·     Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage cross-functional teams.

·     Able to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.

·     Analytical mindset and excellent attention to detail.

Desirable:

·     Trained ISO9001 or AS9100 auditor.

·     Experience using CMM technology.

·     Familiarity with Lean tools such as SMED, Jidoka, 5S, and Single Piece Flow.

·     Project management experience using tools like Gantt charts and project charters.

Benefits:

34 days holiday (including bank holidays)·     Private healthcare

·     Company pension scheme

·     Ongoing training and development

·     Early finish on Fridays

·     On-site parking and cycle-to-work scheme

If you’re a proactive Quality Engineer with a passion for driving excellence in production, apply now by sending your CV to (url removed)

📞 George Jackson – (phone number removed) / (phone number removed)

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