Quality Engineer in Chelmsford

A1 Personnel are currently recruiting for a Quality Engineer (Maternity Cover) on behalf of our client in Basildon.

You will provide Quality support across the business, ensuring compliance with industry standards and supporting both existing production and new product introduction. The role includes auditing, customer complaint management, supplier quality support and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage customer complaints, root cause analysis (8D) and corrective actions
• Conduct internal audits (AS9100/NADCAP) and support external audits
• Support MRB, documentation updates, drawings interpretation and workshop activities
• Assist with supplier audits, non-conformances and Approved Supplier List updates
• Lead Quality tasks for NPI including PPAP, FMEA, APQP and FAIRs
• Support QMS updates and continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide training and support business systems when required

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Engineering/Quality or equivalent experience
• Strong communication, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and work across teams
• Aerospace/defence experience preferred