Quality Engineer in Crawley

Join the FLEXcon Team! Flexcon Company, Inc. is a purpose-driven innovative company. A global, family-owned manufacturer of coated and laminated films and adhesives, products are used as functional components in manufactured goods and in graphics applications. Since 1956, Flexcon has supplied products for a wide range of industries including packaging, medical devices, automotive, durable labeling and more. We are currently seeking candidates to hire a Quality Engineer with a supply chain focus.

The Quality Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the correct quality of products across the whole EU manufacturing business are complying with required specifications. This position involves the implementation of quality assurance measures, problem-solving, and continuous improvement to meet quality standards and customer expectations.

What will you do in this role?

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance processes, procedures and standards to monitor and assess product or process quality at various stages of production.
• Root Cause Analysis: Investigate and identify the root causes of quality issues, defects, or deviations from specifications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Quality Documentation: Maintain accurate records of quality data and quality documentation. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance product quality, reduce waste, and optimize production efficiency. Implement lean and Six Sigma methodologies as applicable.
• Quality Training: Provide training to appropriate personnel on quality assurance procedures, standards, and best practices to ensure compliance and consistent quality.
• Quality Reporting: Generate quality reports and metrics to communicate performance, trends, and areas for improvement to management and relevant stakeholders.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with industry-specific regulations, quality standards, and certifications relevant to the product or industry.
• Continuous Improvement: Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives and suggest changes to quality control processes to enhance product quality and reliability.
• Makes logical and methodical recommendations to production supervisors, quality and other appropriate business personnel where required.
• Applying lean concepts, make and implement recommendations for process improvements that may involve a cross functional team.
• Apply Lean Cultural Elements to maintain customer focus, measure improvements, and foster participation and encourage employee suggestions.
• Other duties consistent with the general nature and focus of the position and/or the goals and objectives of the department may be assigned.
• Support customer complaint investigation when required, inclusive of system management and overall process implementation/control, where appropriate to ensure feedback is prompt, thorough and effective.

What does it take to be successful in this role?

• Degree in quality/applied science/engineering or relevant STEM Degree required.
• Knowledge of quality assurance/control techniques, statistical analysis, and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Proficiency in quality improvement tools and software.
• Strong problem-solving skills, familiar with 5W/8D reporting and attention to detail.
• Experience with Six Sigma and Lean methodologies desirable.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements specific to the industry (e.g., FDA regulations for medical devices, ISO13485, Automotive IATF16949) desirable.

What’s in it for YOU?

• Hybrid Working
• Competitive Compensation & Annual Bonus Program
• Wellbeing & support
• Disability Programs
• And more!

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.