Senior Quality Engineer

W Talent is thrilled to announce our exclusive partnership with a highly regarded manufacturing business located in Worksop, North Nottinghamshire. This esteemed company is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace engineering sector, committed to delivering exceptional quality and tailored solutions to its clients.

As part of our collaboration, we are excited to support them in their search for a newly created Senior Quality Engineer who will play a vital role in maintaining their high standards of quality and driving continuous improvement within the organization. This is an incredible opportunity to join a dedicated team that values expertise and fosters professional growth.

About the Role:

Job Information

As the Senior Quality Engineer, you will serve as the main representative of the Quality department, interacting daily with operations, customers, and suppliers. This pivotal role involves maintaining supervisory responsibility over the internal Quality Department and driving quality improvements across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to the Quality team while deputizing for the UK Quality Manager as needed.
• Act as the primary liaison for the Quality department with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers.
• Ensure timely resolution of all customer issues and returns, meeting department requirements.
• Oversee corrective and preventive action processes to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Analyze customer issues and trends to pinpoint opportunities for improvement.
• Organize and manage the internal audit schedule, ensuring timely completion of all audits.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure they meet our quality standards and requirements.
• Manage the First Article Inspection (FAI) Report per AS9102 standards and authorize Initial Sample Inspection Reports for new components.
• Provide quality input during design and process reviews to ensure first-time manufacturing success.
• Implement measures that enhance production methods, product quality, and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain written policies and procedures for the Quality Management System.
• Assist with third-party audits, including certification and customer audits.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of five years of experience in a Quality function within an engineering-based manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 standards.
• Experience in preparing ISIR, FAIR, and PPAP documents.
• Proficiency in Quality Management Systems and problem-solving methodologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with customers and suppliers.
• Ability to utilize statistical analysis techniques, particularly with Microsoft Excel.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a company that values quality and innovation. If you're ready to elevate your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you!