A Senior Quality Engineer is required in Tewkesbury for a permanent, full-time position within a manufacturing organisation. The salary ranges from £40,000 to £50,000 annually, depending on experience, with standard Monday-to-Friday hours.
Senior Quality Engineer required in Tewkesbury , Gloucestershire to join a high-performing manufacturing organisation. Salary: £40,000–£50,000 per annum, Hours: Monday to Friday (days) , Contract: Permanent opportunity with an immediate start.
Pertemps are recruiting for a Senior Quality Engineer to join a well-established and technically advanced manufacturing business supplying into demanding customer sectors.
This is a senior, visible role within the Quality function, offering real authority, customer interaction, and the opportunity to drive measurable quality improvements across the operation. This position would suit an experienced Quality professional who thrives on leadership, enjoys being present on the shop floor, and is confident acting as the senior quality voice with customers, auditors, and internal stakeholders.
Key Duties
- Providing strong, visible leadership to the Quality Inspection Team and wider manufacturing operation
- Taking full accountability for inspection performance, quality control, and product release decisions
- Stopping processes where quality is at risk and embedding right-first-time standards
- Acting as the senior point of contact for all customer-facing quality matters
- Leading customer communication regarding non-conformances, concessions, and corrective actions
- Presenting investigation findings, root causes, and improvement plans clearly and professionally
- Leading customer visits, audits, and performance review meetings
- Managing complex quality investigations using structured problem-solving tools (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone)
- Driving containment, corrective, and preventive actions to eliminate repeat defects
- Using quality data (SPC, yield, scrap, defect trends) to identify risks and improvement opportunities
- Leading continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, rework, and quality escapes
- Coaching and developing Quality Engineers, Inspectors, and operational teams
- Ensuring compliance with accreditations, customer requirements, and internal quality systems
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Quality Engineer within a high-reliability or regulated manufacturing environment
- Demonstrable experience leading and developing Quality Inspectors or technical quality teams
- Strong background managing customer quality issues, investigations, and corrective actions
- High level of expertise in root cause analysis and defect prevention
- Confident communicator with the ability to engage customers and senior leadership
- Strong leadership presence with the confidence to challenge and influence across departments
- Data-driven approach with a focus on measurable quality improvement
Essentials
- Experience within a regulated manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of quality systems, investigations, and audit requirements
- High attention to detail with a proactive, risk-based mindset
- Ability to work cross-functionally and lead by example on the shop floor
Pay & Benefits
- £40,000–£50,000 per annum, dependent on experience
- Permanent, stable role within a growing and technically advanced organisation
- Opportunity to take ownership of quality performance and customer relationships
- Strong leadership position with scope to influence and improve systems and culture
- Supportive working environment with a focus on continuous improvement
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Senior Quality Engineer in Tewkesbury employer: JAM Recruitment Ltd
BAE Systems is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, you will have access to cutting-edge technology and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that enhance global security. Located in Christchurch or Frimley, you will be part of a diverse team dedicated to pioneering advancements in defence and aerospace, ensuring a rewarding career path in a company that values your unique skills and perspectives.
