Key Responsibilities:
- Develop & Implement Quality:
Create quality standards, procedures (SOPs), and testing methods for products and processes.
- Standards & Quality Systems:
Develop and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with standards like ISO 9001, VDA 6.3 and IATF 16949.
- Testing & Inspection:
Oversee product inspections, test processes, and monitor production for malfunctions or inefficiencies.
- Problem Solving:
Investigate product complaints, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions for defects. (8D methodology)
- Data & Reporting:
Analyse quality data, track KPIs, and generate reports for management.
- Compliance:
Ensure adherence to industry regulations, legal standards, and customer specifications.
- Collaboration:
Work with production, R&D, suppliers, and leadership to build quality in from the start.
- Supplier Quality:
Coordinate with suppliers to ensure the quality of incoming raw materials and components.
Key Skills & Qualifications:
- Technical Skills:
Knowledge of QMS, APQP, PPAP, statistical analysis, testing methodologies, process flow diagrams, and relevant software.
- Analytical Skills:
Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
- Soft Skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication, teamwork, and self-motivation.
- Education:
Qualification in an Engineering discipline to HNC level or equivalent.
- Experience:
Experience of at least 2 years in a similar role.
Experience of working within manufacturing and a Quality Engineering function.
- Technical Proficiency:
Ability to read technical drawings (GD&T) and use measurement tools like Micrometers, Callipers, CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machines) and 3D Scanning Systems.
- Standards:
Certified Auditor for ISO 9001 / IATF 16949
Typical Duties in Practice
- Performing in-process, final, and receiving inspections.
- Evaluating supplier quality and raw materials.
- Training employees on quality procedures and safety.
- Supporting external & internal audits.
- Collate Production and Supplier Data for the Quality Manger to present in Plant Review
- High consideration to HS&E standards in all activities.
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
- Excellent Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (Employee Contribution up to 11%/ Employer contribution up to 15%)
- Death in Service Life Protection Benefit (x 6 annual salary)
- Flexible Working Policy
- Employee Events
- Recognition Awards
- Training and Development (Internal & External)
- Salary Sacrifice Scheme - Cycle to work scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme/ Financial Support
- Access to pool cars for travel
- Company laptop / phone
- Free Parking