Job Description Senior Quality Engineer We at JKR are recruiting a Senior Quality Engineer for a forward-thinking electronics manufacturing company based in Tewkesbury! This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring customers consistently receive fully compliant, high-quality products through strong leadership, robust quality control, and proactive issue resolution. This is a full-time, site-based role. Senior Quality Engineer Key Responsibilities: Provide strong, visible leadership for the Quality Inspection Team and wider manufacturing operation, setting clear standards and expectations Take full accountability for inspection performance, product release, and quality control, stopping processes where quality is at risk Act as the senior point of contact for customer quality matters, building trust and long-term confidence Lead all customer-facing communication relating to quality issues, non-conformances, concessions, and corrective actions Lead customer audits, visits, and performance reviews, ensuring strong preparation and delivery Analyse quality data (SPC, yield, scrap, defect trends) to identify risks and drive improvements Lead continuous improvement projects to reduce defects, rework, and quality escapes Coach and develop Quality Engineers, Inspectors, and operational teams Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer requirements, and audit expectations Senior Quality Engineer Core Requirements: Proven experience in a Senior or Lead Quality Engineer role within PCB manufacturing, electronics, or a high-reliability environment Strong experience leading customer quality issues, investigations, and corrective actions Demonstrable experience managing and developing quality or inspection teams High level of expertise in root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies Senior Quality Engineer Skills & Experience: Background in aerospace, defence, medical, or automotive industries Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify risks and implement preventive actions Proven ability to analyse and present quality and compliance data effectively Senior Quality Engineer Working Hours & Benefits: ~08:30-17:00 Monday-Thursday 08:30-16:00 Fridays ~ Quarterly profit-sharing bonus ~31 days' holiday including Bank Holidays ~ Pension - 3% employer 5% employee ~ Paid professional development ~ Discounts and savings portal ~ Cycle to Work ~ Employee Assistance Programme ~ Life Assurance policy If you’re a driven quality professional looking to step into a highly visible, impactful leadership role within a forward-thinking manufacturing environment, this could be a fantastic opportunity. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work we pride ourselves in understanding our candidates' requirements to ensure that we place you in your ideal role. We have recently heavily invested in new Recruitment Software that provides an online portal. So please visit our website and let us help you to find your dream job! If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of your original application, please go to our website jackiekerrrecruitment .
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