At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure top-notch quality in precision engineering and collaborate with teams to enhance manufacturing processes.
- Company: Leading aerospace manufacturing firm focused on quality and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £55k, 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a matched pension scheme.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the aerospace industry.
- Qualifications: HNC/HND or degree in mechanical engineering; experience in quality engineering preferred.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 55000 £ per year.
As an experienced Quality Engineer with a strong background in precision manufacturing, ideally from an aerospace or subcontract machining environment, the principal purpose of the Quality Engineer is to deliver professional quality engineering service to the business with primary focus on Manufacturing Quality control requirements.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Liaising with Customers and Suppliers on quality related issues
- Manufacturing liaison and reporting shortfalls to Manufacturing supervision
- Training Operators in all aspects of inspection techniques and equipment, including the preparation of inspection equipment work instruction
- Assisting in effective management of the entire measurement and test equipment / calibration system
- Setting of adjustable M&TE for use by Manufacturing Operators
- Recommending and pursuing improvements to both Inspection and Quality techniques and equipment
- Translation of Customer quality requirements into detailed Manufacturing Instructions
- Compiling routine final inspection trend analysis and reports
- Compilation of Inspection report blanks
- Managing Non-Conformances and Customer Complaints through 8Ds/5Whys
- Compilation and submission of various Customer documentation packs
- System and process audits up to completion as scheduled
- Supplier audits including reporting and recommendations
- Customer & Supplier liaison on specific quality issues
- Creation of Quality Control Plans/LTQRS on specific customer projects
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- HNC/HND, Degree level or equivalent mechanical engineering educational apprenticeship or similar
- Recent commercial experience in a Quality Engineering or equivalent technical role
- Be mechanically trained, with a solid understanding of inspection techniques and the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and determine appropriate measuring techniques
- The ability to produce credible inspection and associated reports
- Preferred: A good knowledge of programming CMMs, supported by a certificate of competence in CMM programming issued by the CMM manufacturer or agent
- PC-DMIS programming ability
- PC-DMIS Level 2
- CMM: Hexagon S Chrome with tactile & laser heads
- ISO 9000 Auditor qualification
- Be capable of producing detailed inspection and quality reports, and liaising confidently with customers and suppliers
- Have experience managing non-conformances, calibration systems, and supporting audits (internal and supplier)
- Be proficient with Microsoft Office and comfortable training others in inspection or quality-related processes
The benefits package:
- Salary: c£up to 55k p.a.
- Holidays: 23 days + 8 Bank Holidays
- Pension: 4% matched scheme (after probation 3m)
To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson ABJ7649, and call on 0203 9093782, 07814547440 or reply via email, entering the job title and reference code in the subject field to TPBN1_UKTJ.
Quality Engineer (mechanical /precision engineering) in West Bromwich employer: Hudson Shribman
Join a forward-thinking company in the South East that values precision engineering and quality excellence. As a Quality Engineer, you will benefit from a competitive salary of up to £55k, a supportive work culture that encourages professional development, and opportunities for training in advanced inspection techniques. With a focus on employee growth and a commitment to quality, this role offers a rewarding career path in a dynamic environment.