Job Description
Quality Engineer
Fareham
Up to £50k
About the Role:
We are looking for a Quality Engineer to join our Operations (QHSE) team, ensuring the highest standards of quality across production, customer relations, engineering projects, supplier management, and business systems. You will play a critical role in maintaining ISO9001 and ISO14001 compliance, improving processes, and driving continuous improvement within our manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Production Quality Assurance:
* Monitor and improve production workmanship standards, ensuring proper technician training and adherence
* Conduct inspections, first article inspections, and root cause analysis of production rework.
* Implement corrective actions to enhance product quality and efficiency.
Customer Quality Interface:
* Investigate and resolve customer complaints and non-conformances.
* Host customer inspections and audits, ensuring smooth communication and issue resolution.
* Manage product recalls and field upgrades, ensuring customer satisfaction.
Engineering & Project Quality:
* Participate in design reviews, ensuring quality is embedded in product development.
* Support validation and verification activities at different design stages.
* Collaborate with the New Product Introduction (NPI) team to optimize designs for manufacturability.
Supplier Quality Assurance:
* Work with purchasing teams to assess and approve suppliers.
* Address supplier non-conformances, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions.
* Monitor and report on supplier performance and quality trends.
Business Management System (BMS):
* Maintain and update quality process documentation, work instructions, and forms.
* Conduct internal audits to ensure BMS effectiveness and compliance with ISO9001 and ISO14001.
* Support external certification audits and liaise with certification bodies.
What We’re Looking For:
Essential:
* Experience as a Quality Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
* Experience in inspection of electrical, electronic, and mechanical parts & assemblies.
* Proficiency in root cause analysis (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone) and corrective action implementation.
* Skilled in quality tools, process improvement, and value stream mapping.
* Ability to interpret engineering drawings and use standard inspection equipment (micrometers, verniers, etc.).
Desirable:
* Internal auditing experience in ISO9001 & ISO14001.
* Experience with defence standards, product compliance, and type approvals.
* Trade compliance and engineering design review involvement.
Personal Attributes:
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
* Detail-oriented, process-driven, and able to handle multiple priorities.
* Self-motivated, adaptable, and proactive problem-solver.
* Ability to thrive under pressure and meet deadlines.
Why Join Us?
* Work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a company that values quality and innovation.
* Opportunity to develop expertise in high-reliability manufacturing.
* Competitive salary, benefits, and career growth opportunities.
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