Quality Engineer Permanent – Days – Gloucester - Fulltime - £(phone number removed) Excellent Benefits My client, an industry leader in advanced solutions for a wide range of applications in a vast range of industries, are looking for a Quality Engineer to join their team. Working alongside the Quality team, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving the quality performance of the organisations production operations, customer quality performance and the implementation of the BMS Responsibilities: · Carry out daily Quality-related tasks within the assigned production team, ensuring all quality requirements are met. · Apply standardised Quality Engineering tools and processes to maintain accuracy and consistency across operations. · Lead the integration of robust APQP processes within the assigned production area. · Collaborate with Process Engineers to conduct PFMEA and develop control plans for all manufacturing processes. · Establish, implement, and sustain strong process controls to support product and process quality. · Analyse production data to identify trends and proactively suggest improvements for continuous quality enhancement. · Work closely with Manufacturing Engineers to drive improvements in quality performance across production. · Implement and oversee process control measures, including statistical process control (SPC), to ensure consistency and reduce variability. · Provide Quality support and troubleshooting expertise to resolve process-related challenges and enhance overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) through first-time-right improvements. · Conduct process capability studies, statistical analysis, and data-driven decision-making to support operational efficiency and production targets. · Manage Quality Engineering responsibilities for new product and process introductions, working cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration. · Contribute to Lean initiatives from a Quality perspective, supporting improvement events and activities. · Lead investigations into customer quality concerns, ensuring comprehensive root cause analysis and corrective actions using methodologies such as 8D, PPS, and DMAIC. · Oversee the review and resolution of production scrap through the effective application of the MRB process. · Address supplier quality issues identified within the assigned production area, ensuring appropriate actions are taken. · Support the use and development of the Business Management System within the Quality function. · Assist in drafting and implementing Quality procedures and organisational policies. · Regularly report on Quality KPIs and contribute to performance monitoring. · Participate in the planning and execution of the annual improvement plan for Quality. · Support external and internal audits as part of the audit schedule. · Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of the Quality function through continuous improvement initiatives. · Ensure all Quality activities comply with relevant safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. · Stay informed about advancements in Quality management methodologies, technologies, and industry best practices. · Build strong working relationships within the assigned production team to enhance collaboration. · Undertake any other reasonable tasks as required by the company. Person: · Experienced Quality Engineer working within AS9100 managed manufacturing environment · Experience in the use of methodologies · Excellent problem-solving skills · Working knowledge of process safety, risk assessment and compliance with regulatory standards · Strong communication and collaboration skills Desirable · Trained internal auditor AS9100 · Knowledge of use of CMM inspection measuring technology. · Experience with Project management tools · Experience with Lean manufacturing methodologies