We are supporting an established engineering business in the West Midlands that is looking for a Quality Engineer to join its team.
They operate across automotive and precision engineering, with the role covering project quality, customer quality, suppliers and manufacturing. You will work closely with engineering and production teams to support new projects, resolve quality issues and improve processes.
The Role:
- Support NPI and project quality activities
- Apply APQP and PPAP across new and existing projects
- Work with engineering and manufacturing teams to understand product requirements
- Manage customer quality issues, concessions, returns and warranty claims
- Support suppliers with quality issues and corrective actions
- Carry out internal, process and product audits
- Maintain quality documentation and support external audits
- Use structured problem-solving methods such as 8D
- Support continuous improvement and waste reduction
- Represent the business in customer and supplier meetings
They are looking for a Quality Engineer with experience in an automotive or precision engineering environment.
You should have:
- 3+ years' relevant Quality Engineering experience
- Strong knowledge of IATF 16949
- Experience with the Quality Core Tools: APQP, FMEA, MSA, SPC and PPAP
- Good understanding of GD&T and technical drawings
- Experience with customer and supplier quality
- Practical problem-solving and containment experience
- Experience with quality audits
- Engineering or technical qualification
- Good working knowledge of Control Plans, ISIR and 8D
Experience with IMDS, inspection methods, castings, forgings or machined components would be advantageous.
The role is based in the West Midlands and suits someone who enjoys a practical, engineering-focused quality position rather than a purely QMS-based role.
Please note: we can only consider candidates with a valid working visa for the UK.
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Quality Engineer in Tamworth employer: Akkar
Akkar is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture, where every team member's contribution is valued, regardless of their role. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide opportunities to engage in innovative projects involving AI and automation, ensuring that your work is both meaningful and impactful. Located across multiple sites, including our HQ, we offer a flexible environment that encourages a hands-on approach to IT management, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a real difference in a growing company.
