Quality Engineer
hace 3 días
Birmingham
Quality Engineer Salary: £37,000£43,000 per annum + Performance Bonus About the Role An established precision engineering manufacturer serving the aerospace and defence sectors is seeking a proactive and technically capable Quality Engineer to support New Product Introduction (NPI) and ongoing product quality across its manufacturing operations. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business where quality, innovation and continuous improvement are central to success. Working closely with Manufacturing, Engineering and Production teams, you will play a key role in ensuring products meet customer, regulatory and internal quality requirements from initial development through to production. Key Responsibilities • Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, ensuring quality requirements are embedded throughout the product lifecycle., • Conduct and review First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) in accordance with customer and industry standards., • Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements to verify product conformity., • Investigate non-conformances, identify root causes and implement effective corrective and preventive actions., • Manage Material Review Board (MRB) activities and support concession and deviation requests., • Carry out inspections using a variety of measurement equipment, including:, • Conventional hand measuring equipment, • Keyence optical measurement systems, • Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), • Work collaboratively with Production and Engineering teams to resolve quality issues and reduce manufacturing defects., • Support internal and external quality audits., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction, process capability and product quality., • Assist with customer quality enquiries and support quality documentation where required., • Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory and company quality standards. Essential Requirements • Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Quality Engineer or in a similar quality role within a manufacturing environment., • Alternatively, a time-served Quality Inspector with strong technical knowledge looking to progress into an engineering role., • Ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T and technical specifications., • Sound understanding of manufacturing processes from raw material through to finished product., • Experience within precision engineering, aerospace, defence or another highly regulated manufacturing environment., • Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Integrated Management Systems (IMS)., • Practical experience of:, • First Article Inspection (FAIR), • Non-conformance management, • Material Review Board (MRB) processes, • Concession and deviation management, • Root cause analysis and corrective actions, • Competent in a range of inspection techniques and metrology equipment. Desirable • Working knowledge of AS9100 and aerospace quality requirements., • Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programmes., • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies., • Internal auditing experience. Personal Attributes The successful candidate will be: • An excellent problem solver with strong analytical skills., • Confident making informed decisions using data and evidence., • Practical, pragmatic and solutions focused., • Passionate about continuous improvement and waste elimination., • An effective communicator who can build positive working relationships across multiple departments., • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail., • Capable of managing multiple priorities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment., • Proactive, self-motivated and committed to delivering high-quality results. Health, Safety & Quality The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and quality by: • Working safely at all times., • Complying with all Health & Safety procedures and company policies., • Supporting and maintaining established 5S workplace standards., • Promoting a culture of quality, continuous improvement and operational excellence. What's on Offer • Performance bonus paid every six months., • Opportunity to work on technically challenging projects within the aerospace and defence supply chain., • Career development within a successful and growing precision engineering business., • Supportive working environment with ongoing training and professional development opportunities. JBRP1_UKTJ