At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead hands-on quality improvements on the shop floor and solve real problems.
- Company: Join a growing precision manufacturing business in Leeds, focused on medical devices.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to influence across teams and strengthen processes.
- Why this job: Be the bridge between Quality and Production, driving meaningful change.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in Quality or Manufacturing Engineering with a data-driven mindset.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
Most quality engineers get stuck behind a desk, chasing paperwork. This role puts you on the shop floor, fixing problems at source. We're working with a growing precision manufacturing business in Leeds, supplying into the medical device sector, looking for a Quality Improvement Engineer who genuinely wants to be where the machines are.
You'll be the bridge between Quality and Production: translating data into action, and turning root cause investigations into real, lasting fixes on the shop floor.
You'll get to:
- Lead root cause investigations using 8D, DMAIC and 5 Whys
- Use SPC, Cp/Cpk and MSA to drive real gains in process capability
- Work hands-on with production teams to cut defects, scrap and rework
- Influence across Production, Engineering and Quality
- Support validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) and strengthen the QMS as the business scales
What you'll bring:
- 3+ years in Quality or Manufacturing Engineering
- A structured, data-driven approach to problem-solving
- Solid understanding of ISO 13485
- The confidence to lead and influence cross-functional teams
Quality Improvement Specialist in Leeds employer: Medical Engineers Recruitment
Join a dynamic engineering firm in Leeds that prioritises employee development and offers a supportive work culture. With competitive salaries and comprehensive training opportunities, including CMM programming for those looking to advance their skills, this company is dedicated to fostering growth and innovation in the medical devices sector. Enjoy the benefits of working in a regulated ISO environment while being part of a collaborative team that values your contributions.
Contact Details:
Medical Engineers Recruitment Recruitment Team
