QUALITY ENGINEER – AUTOMOTIVE | PAINT & INJECTION MOULDING
We are looking for a hands-on Quality Engineer from an Automotive manufacturing environment to join a growing operation in Essex.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who wants to take ownership of quality, develop processes and build a quality team from the ground up .
The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in paint processing and surface finishing , with experience working with plastic and metal components , alongside a solid understanding of plastic injection moulding .
Key Responsibilities
- Own quality across injection moulding, paint spraying and final inspection .
- Identify and resolve product and process defects.
- Develop quality standards, inspection procedures and defect catalogues.
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Work closely with Production and Engineering to reduce defects, scrap and rework.
- Drive process improvement and quality standards across the operation.
- Establish and develop the quality function and build a team from the ground up .
Essential Experience
- 3+ years' experience in Quality Engineering within Automotive/manufacturing .
- Strong hands-on experience in paint spraying, paint processing or surface finishing .
- Expert knowledge of paint defects and application processes.
- Experience painting plastic and metal components .
- Strong knowledge of plastic injection moulding .
- Experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions and continuous improvement.
- Practical, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving skills.
Desirable
- Automotive OEM / Tier 1 / Tier 2 experience.
- Automated or robotic paint systems.
- APQP, PPAP, 8D, FMEA or SPC knowledge.
- Experience establishing quality systems and building teams.
The Opportunity
This is not simply a traditional Quality Engineer role . You will have genuine ownership and the opportunity to shape the quality function, improve manufacturing processes and build a team as the business grows .
We are particularly interested in candidates from a Paint Technician, Paint Process Engineer, Quality Engineer or Manufacturing Engineering background.
Immediate start available.
Quality Engineer - Automotive in Basildon employer: A1 Personnel Employment Agency Ltd
Join our dynamic manufacturing team as a Skilled Assembler, where you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values precision and quality. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a collaborative environment that encourages skill development, making it an ideal place for those looking to advance their careers in the manufacturing sector.
Contact Details:
A1 Personnel Employment Agency Ltd Recruitment Team
