Quality Engineer
Derby
£35,000 - £38,000 per annum
07:30am - 16:30pm (40 hours)
Permanent Role
Arch Recruitment Solutions are currently recruiting for a Quality Engineer for a Manufacturing company based in Derby.
Role Responsibilities
1. Develop, implement, and maintain the AS9100-compliant Quality Management System (QMS).
2. Ensure adherence to AS9100 standards and applicable regulatory requirements.
3. Monitor the effectiveness of the QMS and recommend enhancements.
4. Plan and conduct internal and external AS9100 audits.
5. Manage KPI's and approved suppliers.
6. Prepare for and facilitate third-party audits, including certification and surveillance audits.
7. Document audit findings and oversee corrective and preventive actions.
8. Analyse processes to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure consistent quality.
9. Work closely with production teams to establish and monitor quality control plans.
10. Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions for nonconformities.
11. Generate reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) and quality metrics.
12. Write and manage SOP's, work instructions, and prepare visual aids.
Role Requirements
1. Minimum of 3 years' experience in a quality engineering role, preferably in the aerospace or defence industry.
2. AS9100 Internal Auditor certification is highly desirable.
3. Proficient in AS9100 standards and quality management principles.
4. Strong knowledge of aerospace industry regulations and requirements.
5. Familiarity with quality tools such as PPAP, PFMEA, FMEA, SPC, and CAPA.
6. Experience with root cause analysis methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams).
7. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
8. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
9. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
10. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
If you are interested in discussing this position in more detail, please contact Kirsten Oxtoby on the details provided.
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