Brief Description
PURPOSE The Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for ensuring that products and processes meet defined quality standards and customer requirements across the production lifecycle. Working closely with Production, Engineering, and Operations teams, the role drives quality compliance, supports continuous improvement, and ensures robust quality systems are implemented and maintained to support safe, efficient, and right-first-time delivery.
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with all quality standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements across production operations
- Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS)
- Conduct internal audits and support external audits, ensuring readiness and compliance at all times
- Investigate non-conformances, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Work closely with Production teams to ensure adherence to quality processes and standards on the shopfloor
- Collaborate with Engineering to ensure effective transition of designs into production, with quality built into processes
- Support inspection and testing activities, ensuring products meet required specifications and customer expectations
- Analyse quality data and trends to identify areas for improvement and support decision
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, rework, and waste
- Ensure all quality documentation is accurate, controlled, and up to date
- Support supplier quality activities where required, including evaluation and performance monitoring
- Promote a strong quality culture across the site, ensuring accountability and awareness at all levels
Previous Experience
- Experience in a Quality Assurance or Quality Engineering role within a production environment
- Experience supporting or operating within a Quality Management System
- Proven experience of investigating non-conformances and implementing corrective actions
- Experience working cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, and Operations teams
- Experience in a multi-programme or project-based production environment is
Technical Skills/Education
- Strong understanding of quality assurance principles and quality management systems (e.g. ISO 9001)
- Experience with root cause analysis tools (e.g. 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone/Ishikawa)
- Knowledge of inspection and testing methods within a manufacturing environment
- Ability to analyse and interpret quality and production data
- Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma)
- Understanding of engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
- Working knowledge of Health & Safety and regulatory compliance requirements
Additional Local Needs
- Onsite role
- Successful candidate will need to complete BPSS checks
KEY STAKEHOLDERS
- Customers, suppliers and vendors
- Production, engineering and quality
- Supply chain and procurement
Benefits
- Opportunity to develop into senior Quality Engineering or Quality Management roles
- Exposure to cross-functional operations, including Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain
- Involvement in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
- Potential progression into broader operational or technical leadership role
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Engineer - Quality Assurance in Cambridge employer: Marshall Land Systems
Marshall Land Systems is an excellent employer that values innovation and teamwork, providing a dynamic work environment in the heart of the manufacturing sector. Employees benefit from comprehensive training programs and opportunities for career advancement, all while contributing to high-quality production processes that meet industry standards. With a strong commitment to Health & Safety and a culture that encourages collaboration, this role offers a meaningful chance to make a significant impact within the company.
