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Quality Engineer

Serve Talent
Posted 8 hours ago, valid for 19 days
Location

Norwich, Norfolk NR8 6PW, England

Salary

£35,000 - £38,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Quality Engineer position in Norwich offers a salary range of £35,000 to £38,000 per annum.
  • The role requires candidates to have previous experience in a manufacturing environment and a BTEC Level 3 in an Engineering discipline.
  • Key responsibilities include leading audits, overseeing supplier quality assurance, and conducting root cause analysis investigations.
  • The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
  • British citizenship is required to meet the role's compliance needs.
Quality EngineerLocation: NorwichSalary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annumWorking Hours: Four and a half day working weekAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quality Engineer to join a well-established company based in Norwich. The successful candidate will play a key role within the Quality Department, ensuring that project and product quality requirements meet customer expectations and comply with all relevant regulatory and contractual standards.Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead customer and certification audits, ensuring contractual requirements are met.
  • Oversee supplier quality assurance, including domestic and international on-site document reviews and inspections.
  • Develop and manage Product Inspection & Test Plans (Control Plans) and Customer Quality Specifications.
  • Compile and manage documentation packs, including records, certificates, and reports.
  • Conduct root cause analysis investigations and implement corrective and preventative actions.
  • Perform dimensional inspections and compile detailed reports.
  • Manage non-conformance reporting and resolution.
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
  • BTEC Level 3 in an Engineering discipline.
  • Strong understanding of engineering drawings and the ability to produce inspection and test plans in line with defence contractor requirements.
  • Knowledge of welding, paint specifications, and fabrication processes.
  • Familiarity with national, EU, and international standards and processes.
  • Experience in material certification verification (3.1) and calibration methods for mechanical tooling.
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
Desirable Skills and Experience:
  • Experience working with defence contracts and within a defence environment.
  • ISO9001 certified auditor.
  • Understanding of PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis).
  • Experience with electric motors and generators.
Key Competencies:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills at all levels.
  • Meticulous attention to detail and strong organisational abilities.
  • Ability to work to tight deadlines and handle multiple priorities.
  • Proficient in the use of inspection equipment (e.g., micrometers, depth gauges, vernier callipers).
Forward-thinking, with a proactive approach to driving business improvements.Candidates must be British Citizens to meet the requirements of this role.If you have the experience and skills required and are looking for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Hit apply or contact Lewis Woollard direct on .

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