Quality Engineer

Posted 3 days 17 hours ago by 1492 Ltd.

Permanent
Not Specified
Other
England, United Kingdom
Job Description

Quality Engineer - SME Manufacturing, North West

Up to £43k

Right First Time - Every Time

Are you a Quality Engineer who thrives in a hands-on environment where quality is more than just a tick box? Do you want to be part of a business that takes real pride in its products, processes and people?

Our client, a highly respected SME manufacturer based in the North West, is looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to join their close-knit team. Known for their commitment to excellence and "Right First Time" philosophy, they serve a range of regulated sectors, including aerospace, FMCG, Renewables and Subsea

What You'll Be Doing

  • Leading and managing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), root cause analysis, and timely corrective actions
  • Facilitating structured problem solving using 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone techniques
  • Monitoring and analysing SPC data to drive continuous improvement
  • Working closely with the shop floor to embed quality into every process
  • Liaising directly with customers, ensuring standards are upheld and concerns are swiftly addressed
  • Supporting audits and maintaining compliance with sector-specific regulations

What We're Looking For

  • Proven experience in a quality engineering role within manufacturing
  • Strong knowledge of NCR management, problem solving tools, and SPC
  • Comfortable working hands-on with production teams
  • Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset
  • Familiarity with regulated industries (e.g. aerospace, medical, automotive)
  • A passion for getting it Right First Time

What's on Offer

  • A genuinely great business culture where quality is embedded, not enforced
  • Variety and autonomy in your role - no two days the same
  • A chance to make a real impact in a growing, forward-thinking SME
  • Competitive salary and benefits package

Ready to join a business that puts quality first?
Apply now and become part of a team that doesn't just talk about quality - they live it.

Tagged as: 5 Whys, 8D, Fishbone techniques, NCR management, NCRs, quality, quality engineering, regulated industries, SPC data