Quality Process Engineer

Rochester
3 weeks ago
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Quality Process Engineer

Rochester

£32,000 Per Annum

Our client operates within the aerospace, marine and military divisions and they are looking for a Quality Process Engineer to join their growing team!

Roles and responsibilities:

  • Identify areas for improvement in manufacturing processes and implement changes to enhance quality, reduce defects, and increase efficiency

  • Develop and implement quality control procedures, inspection methods, and test protocols to ensure products meet specifications and standards

  • Analyse quality data to identify trends, root causes of issues, and areas for continuous improvement

  • Investigate and resolve quality issues through root cause analysis, implementing corrective and preventative actions

  • Maintain quality documentation, create training materials for operators, and ensure adherence to quality procedures

  • Ensure compliance with relevant quality standards and regulations, such as ISO 9001

  • Work closely with engineers, technicians, and other departments to ensure quality is integrated into all aspects of the business

  • Implement and manage continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall quality and performance

    Ideal candidate:

  • Previous experience as a Process Engineer or a similar role within a manufacturing environment

  • Electromechanical background

  • Experience implementing continuous improvement methodologies

  • Previously worked to ISO 9001

    Benefits:

  • 25 days annual leave

  • Bonus scheme

    Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 27 years.
    We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work we pride ourselves in understanding our candidate’s requirement’s to ensure that we place you in your ideal role.
    We have recently heavily invested in new Recruitment Software that provides an online portal. Simply visit jackiekerrrecruitment . com to enter your details and you will receive job alerts, hot off the press.
    The portal enables you to update your information and CV at any time, so we always have your latest employment details on record.
    So please visit our website and let us help you to find your dream job!
    Please note: At Jackie Kerr Recruitment we receive a huge number of applications for each job that is posted. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of your original application, please go to our website jackiekerrrecruitment . com to apply for other jobs that may be suitable to you

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