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Job Title: Operations Quality Engineer
Salary: £40,000 to £45,000 DOE
Location: Leighton Buzzard Pension, Life Assurance, 25 days holiday & healthcare
Hours: 37.5 hours
We are partnering with an independent organisation based in Leighton Buzzard, who are a globally recognised brand. They are fully committed to innovation, a sustainable business model and service leadership. In order to support their progression, we have an opportunity for an experienced Operations Quality Engineer to join their Quality Team.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of QMS requirements including BRC, ISO9001, ISO4000 and ISO45001, and experience in hosting or leading external/internal audits.
Key responsibilities for an Operations Quality Engineer
Customer Complaint Handling - Maintain strong relations with customers to ensure all product specifications are clearly understood
Lead team of 2 Coordinators
Demonstrate and lead problem solving efforts via proven root cause investigation methods
Collaborate with suppliers working towards a mutual commitment, managing challenges and understanding specifications and expectations
Collaborate with other functions to support operations appropriate when product quality issues are detected, and support coordinating the steps to resolve any challenges
Ensure the facility remains connected with ECRs impacting the products and processes connected with the site operation
Work with local teams including group functions, to ensure successful completion of change
Support the Internal Audits, Validations, pFMEA, Metrology, Document Control
Actively coach and support colleagues in problem solving and corrective action methods
Support both the Local and the Global approach to ensure health & safety is adhered to
Essential skills for an Operations Quality Engineer
Knowledge of QMS requirements, including related International Standards, BRC & ISO9001.
Knowledge of Quality disciplines in an Operational environment, preferably high-volume manufacturing
Strong Excel skills
Demonstrable communication experience at all level.
Team player with the ability to work at fast pace and on own initiative
Practical skills in performing internal and external audits
Benefits for a Quality System Coordinator
25 days of Annual leave + bank holidays
Generous pension scheme
Private healthcare
Life Assurance
