At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive quality excellence in manufacturing and ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Company: Join NORIT, a global leader in activated carbon production.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Supportive culture that values ownership and continuous learning.
- Why this job: Shape industry-leading products and influence global quality standards.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field; experience in automotive quality systems.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
Activate your potential – join NORIT, the world leader in activated carbon production!
We are seeking a
Quality Systems Engineer in Glasgowto drive excellence in our manufacturing operations by ensuring compliance with ISO/IATF standards, leading quality improvements, and partnering with cross-functional teams.
This is your opportunity to shape industry-leading products, influence global quality standards, and grow your career in a world-class, innovative environment.
Your key responsibilities will be
- Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Management Systems (QMS) aligned with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.
- Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
- Manage quality documentation, ensuring controlled and up-to-date procedures and work instructions.
- Lead root cause analysis and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Collaborate with production teams to optimize processes, reduce variability, and improve efficiency using Lean and Six Sigma methods.
- Oversee product inspections, testing, and validation across the product lifecycle.
- Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) and ensure timely resolution.
- Conduct supplier quality management activities, including audits, performance monitoring, and issue resolution.
- Ensure compliance with automotive standards and certifications.
- Deliver quality training to employees and promote a culture of quality awareness.
- Analyze quality data and KPIs to monitor performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Conduct FMEA and risk assessments to mitigate potential quality issues.
- Lead quality improvement projects and mentor junior engineers.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
- Proven experience in quality systems engineering within the automotive industry.
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and automotive regulatory standards.
- Proficiency with audits, CAPA, FMEA, SPC, PPAP, and root cause analysis tools.
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt desirable).
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and ability to work cross-functionally with production, engineering, procurement, and suppliers.
- Experience with supplier quality management and customer quality requirements.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Competitive salary and additional benefit package,
- Supportive and dynamic, yet down-to-earth work environment,
- A flat organization with short lines in which ownership and initiatives are valued,
- We support the development of our employees in the form of on-the-job learning, training and courses.
- About NORIT Activated Carbon
NORIT Activated Carbon is one of the global leaders and produces various qualities of activated carbon in its powder and granular form.
Our mission - to be the customer’s #1 choice for added value activated carbon solutions in energy, environmental, water, food, chemical, pharma, automotive, and other industrial markets.
We supply a broad portfolio of materials, know-how and technical expertise, complementary services and technologies.
We have established our global presence with manufacturing plants in the Netherlands, United Kingdom, Italy and United States and as well a Global Business Service center in Riga.
Quality System Engineer in Glasgow employer: NORIT Activated Carbon
At NORIT, we pride ourselves on being a world leader in activated carbon production, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment in Glasgow where your contributions truly matter. As a Quality Systems Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to drive quality improvements and influence global standards while benefiting from a flat organisational structure that values ownership and initiative. We are committed to your professional growth through on-the-job learning and training, making NORIT an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
