Quality Engineer

Salary: Competitive, based on experience 
Hours: Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week 

About Us: 

We are a leading company in the hydraulic and fluid power industry, renowned for delivering top-quality products to our customers. Our commitment to innovation, continuous improvement, and excellence sets us apart. We are seeking a talented Quality Engineer to join our team and contribute to our mission of maintaining the highest quality standards. 

Why This Role Matters: 

As a Quality Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in upholding our reputation for quality and reliability. Your attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and proactive approach will ensure that our products meet the stringent standards our customers expect. If you thrive on challenges and have a passion for quality, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Establishing Quality Control: Assist in developing and implementing robust quality control processes and procedures that ensure excellence. 

• Collaboration Across Teams: Work closely with cross-functional teams, customers, and suppliers to address and resolve quality issues, ensuring seamless communication and cooperation. 

• Root Cause Analysis: Conduct thorough investigations to identify root causes of issues and implement effective corrective and preventive measures. 

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all products and processes comply with relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards, particularly ISO 9001:2015. 

• Audit Precision: Conduct internal audits and participate in external audits at supplier premises to verify that quality standards are consistently met. 

• Data-Driven Improvement: Monitor and analyse quality data to identify trends and areas for continuous improvement. 

• Documentation Excellence: Investigate and document Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) in line with company requirements, and prepare detailed 8D, ISIR, PPAP, and FAIR reports. 

• Project Management: Manage customer-specific projects, ensuring that quality objectives are achieved within the set deadlines. 

• Technical Advice: Provide technical support and advice based on engineering drawings and support quality assurance activities through SAP investigations. 

Skills and Experience Required: 

• Proven Quality Expertise: Experience in a similar Quality Engineer role, with strong knowledge of ISO 9001:2015. 

• Analytical Skills: Ability to conduct detailed root cause analyses and implement effective corrective actions. 

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with all levels of the organisation. 

• Organisational Abilities: Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 

• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with SAP, tube manipulation, hose assembly, and gravimetric and particulate cleanliness testing is advantageous. 

• Software Proficiency: Proficient in Excel, Word, and basic Access for logging purposes. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Educational Background: Engineering qualifications are preferred; however, a minimum of GCSE level education is essential. 

• Vocational Training: QMS Auditor Training (Internal and External), Product Training, and Negotiation Skills are highly desirable. 

• Industry Experience: Previous experience in the hydraulics industry is a plus. 

Ready to Make a Difference? 

If quality is your passion and you meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing why you would be a great fit for this role to Sarah Mitchell or Holly Law. 

Join us and contribute to our commitment to excellence in quality!