Quality Engineer
* Annual Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
* Location: Gateshead
* Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are seeking a dedicated Quality Engineer to join our client's Operations team. This role supports the Head of Operations and Compliance in identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities across the business unit.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Define, specify, and implement quality standards and procedures for manufacturing processes.
* Maintain and update the Integrated Management System.
* Lead and support customer and external audits as required.
* Conduct and manage internal audit processes.
* Define new and optimise existing production and testing techniques to ensure stable and quality-driven production processes.
* Maintain and manage the Goods Inward inspection procedure and the internal and external calibration system, including cost management.
* Work with clients and internal functions to proactively identify trends relating to performance and reliability through RMA data and field performance.
* Support engineering change requests promptly to ensure ongoing support for products in the field.
* Provide technical support using problem-solving techniques to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve issues.
* Write technical reports in line with internal and customer requirements.
* Work independently and as part of a team to make decisions aligned with business needs.
* Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as required by the business.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* 5 or more years of experience in a Quality Technician/Engineering role, preferably in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
* In-depth knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001).
* Ability to read and understand technical drawings, specifications, and reports.
* Experience in conducting technical analysis of products and evaluating compliance and non-compliance against test specifications.
* Competent in problem-solving processes including Ishikawa and 5 why analysis.
* IT literate, proficient in MS Office software.
* Excellent oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
* Must be able to work in a team environment and build relationships.
* Initiative-taking with a can-do attitude and a thirst to continuously develop and learn.
* Diligent and able to apply a logical and common-sense approach to activities.
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Flexitime
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
To apply for this Quality Engineer position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.
#J-18808-Ljbffr