We are seeking a highly skilled Quality Engineer to join a leading engineering and manufacturing company in Ashchurch. This is an exciting opportunity for a quality-focused professional to contribute to high-end projects in a dynamic and growing environment.
The Role
As a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring that products and processes meet stringent quality standards, supporting both operations and quality departments. Key responsibilities include:
* Implementing and managing inspection and certification control plans.
* Supporting the Project Management team with contract reviews.
* Leading APQP requirements, including PPAP and FAIRs.
* Conducting in-process and final inspections of components and assemblies.
* Providing manufacturing support to production areas on quality issues.
* Ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2015 QMS and conducting internal audits.
* Performing product and process audits according to recognised schedules.
* Managing non-conformance issues and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
* Evaluating measurement systems and maintaining performance reports.
Key Requirements
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Engineer with the following skills and experience:
* Previous experience as a Quality Engineer, preferably in an electronics-based product manufacturing environment.
* Strong knowledge of engineering drawings and technical documentation.
* Familiarity with Defence Standards and electronic/electrical components.
* Experience in implementing APQP requirements to meet customer expectations.
* Qualified and experienced auditor to ISO 9001.
* Knowledge of lean methodologies such as 5S and Poka-Yoke.
* Ability to work independently and within a team.
* Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
* Experience in quality processes within the Defence industry is advantageous.
* Previous experience or qualification to IPC-A-610 / IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards is desirable.
This role will require Security Clearance, so eligibility factors such as nationality and place of birth may apply.
If you are a driven Quality Engineer looking for a new challenge in a high-tech, fast-paced environment, apply today!
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing
Industries
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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