Joining the Quality team and reporting to the Quality and Test Engineering Manager, the Senior Quality Engineer will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the QMS, and assigning work to and supporting the Quality Engineers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supporting the maintenance and continual improvement of the QMS to ensure that the requirements of BS EN ISO 9001 are satisfied at Chess Technology Companies.
* Conducting internal audits to monitor operation and effectiveness of the QMS and to facilitate continual improvement.
* Ensuring that appropriate corrective actions, resulting from recorded non-conformances, are implemented and effective.
* Development of QMS elements with process-owners including process, procedure & operating instructions.
* Working closely with the Supply Chain team - Responsibility for on-site supplier assessment & approval. Liaison with suppliers to facilitate the on-time supply of conforming materials and services from external providers resolution of issues with non-compliant product.
* Customer-facing liaison on Quality issues.
* Reviewing customer bids and contracts for Quality requirements and preparation of Quality Plans.
* Fault analysis and reports on customer returns.
* Sign off CofC in accordance with the relevant company procedures.
Skills & Experience
Essential
* Experienced in the management of a QMS within a design and manufacturing environment.
* Qualified to minimum HNC/HND or relevant equivalent; (Engineering related discipline is highly desirable).
* A confident and credible communicator, able to interact plausibly in all settings within the business.
* Experienced in managing and conducting internal and supplier audits.
* Experienced in “8D” problem solving methodology within an SME and with suppliers, including use of 5-Whys and Ishikawa/Cause and effect diagrams.
* Able to create and develop clear and concise QMS elements including processes, procedures, and workflows.
Desirable
* Experience within electro-mechanical defence-based industry applying AQAP2110 and/or AS9100 QMS standards.
* CQI or IRCA member.
Personal Attributes
* Demonstrates our company values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence and Courage.
* Highly organised and methodical approach, with an eye for detail.
* A flexible, conscientious, and diligent attitude.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal and written skills.
* A resilient and adaptable approach.
* Data driven, with strong analytical skills.
* Able to work on own initiative and facilitate effective cross functional cooperation.
Work life balance:
* 37.5 hour working week
* Lunchtime finishes on a Friday
* Hybrid / flexible working arrangements
* 28 days annual leave
* Christmas closure
* Holiday purchasing scheme
Benefits:
* Group pension plan – matched contributions up to 5%.
* Income protection scheme.
* Employee Assistance Programme gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service and physiotherapy consultations.
* Life assurance policy, including bereavement counselling and probate helpline.
* Company shares incentive plan and save as you earn scheme.
* Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
* Wellbeing initiatives, including access to wellbeing app and the addition of mental health support for all employees. Plus, regular activities across our sites to support and promote wellbeing.
* Regular sports and social activities.
* Gym membership discounts.
* Reward platform (high street discounts, employee benefits, health, and wellbeing offerings).
* Recruitment referral bonus scheme.
* Excellent learning & development opportunities.
* Great working environment with free, onsite car parking across all our locations.
Security Clearance Requirements:
Due to the nature of our business, our staff need to be able to obtain UK Security Clearance as a mandated requirement. Therefore, if successful, you will need to provide proof of identity, employment history and right to work in the UK, along with proof of UK residency for at least five years.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
* Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the UK?
Experience:
* Quality assurance: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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