Job Title: Quality Engineer
Location: Great Chesterford, Essex
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
About the Company:
Our client is a well-established and stable engineering company based in Great Chesterford, known for its high-quality products and strong commitment to continuous improvement. Due to growth, they are now looking to appoint a Quality Engineer to support their quality assurance processes and maintain compliance with industry standards.
Role Overview:
As the Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring that products and processes meet required standards and specifications. You will play a key role in driving quality improvements, managing non-conformances, and supporting audits and inspections.
Key Responsibilities:
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Monitor and improve internal quality processes and procedures
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Investigate and resolve quality issues and non-conformances
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Support root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
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Maintain and update quality documentation, including inspection reports and procedures
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Work closely with production and engineering teams to ensure quality standards are met throughout manufacturing
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Assist with internal and external audits (e.g. ISO 9001)
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Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in products and processes
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Support training and development of shop-floor staff in quality awareness
Candidate Requirements:
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Previous experience in a Quality Engineering or related quality role within engineering or manufacturing
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Strong understanding of quality tools and methodologies (e.g. 8D, CAPA, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis)
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Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality standards
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Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
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Strong communication and problem-solving skills
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Good attention to detail and organisational ability
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Proficient in using MS Office and quality reporting systems
What’s on Offer:
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Stable, long-term employment with a reputable company
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Monday to Friday working hours
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Supportive team environment
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Opportunities for further development and training