Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

Abingdon, Oxfordshire

£50,000 - £55,000 Per Annum + Benefits!

We at JKR are working closely with a leading manufacturer, who are recruiting a Quality Engineer to join their team!

Quality Engineer Job Purpose:

The successful candidate will provide a professional Quality Engineering service to the business, with a primary focus on Manufacturing Quality Control. The role will work closely with Manufacturing, customers and suppliers to ensure quality requirements are understood and achieved, whilst supporting inspection, measurement, auditing and continuous improvement activities.

Quality Engineer Key Responsibilities:

Liaise directly with customers and suppliers regarding quality-related issues

Work closely with Manufacturing teams, identifying and reporting quality shortfalls and supporting effective resolutions

Train Operators in inspection techniques and the correct use of inspection and measurement equipment

Prepare inspection equipment work instructions and support the development of effective inspection processes

Assist with the management of the measurement and test equipment calibration system

Set adjustable measurement and test equipment for use by Manufacturing Operators

Recommend and support improvements to inspection and quality techniques, processes and equipment

Interpret customer quality requirements and translate these into detailed Manufacturing Instructions

Compile final inspection trend analysis and quality reports

Manage Non-Conformances and Customer Complaints using structured problem-solving techniques including 8D and 5 Whys

Compile and submit customer quality documentation packs

Conduct system and process audits in line with scheduled requirements

Carry out supplier audits, including reporting findings and making recommendations

Liaise with customers and suppliers regarding specific quality concerns and corrective actions

Create Quality Control Plans and LTQRs for specific customer projects

Support the business in ensuring final inspection and audit requirements are completed within agreed timescales

Quality Engineer Skills & Knowledge:

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