Quality Engineer / Technician Location: Gloucester
Salary: £33,000 per annum
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Industry: Manufacturing / Engineering
The Role As a Quality Engineer / Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring all manufactured products meet internal and customer quality standards. You’ll work closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to support continuous improvement and maintain robust quality systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct first-off, in-process, and final inspections on manufactured components
Operate and program CMMs (Coordinate Measuring Machines) to perform detailed dimensional inspections
Perform and manage equipment calibration routines and maintain calibration records
Identify non-conformances, perform root cause analysis (RCA), and assist with implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Support FAIR (First Article Inspection Reports) and documentation in line with ISO 9001 standards
Assist in maintaining and improving QMS documentation and internal procedures
Liaise with suppliers and customers regarding quality concerns or requirements
Participate in internal audits and support external audit preparation
Generate and analyse quality metrics and KPIs to drive improvement
What We’re Looking For:
Proven experience in a Quality Engineer or Quality Technician role within a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of ISO 9001
Hands-on experience with CMM machines (Aberlink, Mitutoyo, or similar) and manual measuring tools
Experience with calibration systems and maintenance of quality records
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
Good problem-solving skills with experience in RCA, 8D, 5 Whys, or similar methods
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with ERP or QMS software is an advantage
Benefits:
Competitive salary of £33,000 per annum
23 days holiday + bank holidays
Pension scheme
Career development and training opportunities
Supportive, collaborative working environment