Quality Engineer

We are working with a leading global manufacturer seeking a Quality Engineer on a full time permanent basis to join their European production facility. This role offers the chance to influence manufacturing excellence, uphold rigorous quality standards, and drive continuous improvement within a world-class engineering environment.

What You Can Expect

• Full time Permanent basis – on site in Hereford
• Competitive salary with quarterly site performance bonus.
• Excellent contributory company pension scheme.
• Life assurance (x4 salary), free eye tests, and prescription safety glasses.
• Free onsite parking and access to training and professional development.
• Opportunity to work within a culture of inclusiveness, empowerment, and respect.
• Clear career progression pathway, with the role viewed as a potential step toward Quality Manager.

What You Will Be Doing

• Ensuring product quality from new product introduction through to post-delivery, providing technical and operational support.
• Leading problem-solving activities using Six Sigma, Lean, and other industry-standard techniques.
• Managing complaints and escapes, non-conformance processes, concessions, and investigations.
• Conducting audits (internal, supplier, and external hosting) and maintaining compliance with quality standards.
• Developing and improving business systems, processes, and risk management practices.
• Preparing and maintaining accurate project documentation, reports, and data analysis.
• Supporting and coaching junior engineers, technicians, and inspectors to achieve full potential.
• Liaising with suppliers to maintain a compliant and high-performing supply chain.
• Conducting compliance checks, certification reviews, and standards/specification assessments.
• Acting as a quality representative in approvals, contract reviews, and change management processes.

What We Are Looking For

• Degree or equivalent in Manufacturing, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
• 4+ years’ experience within a quality discipline, ideally in metals manufacturing, casting, or machining.
• Knowledge of AS9100, NADCAP, and industry-specific quality standards.
• Certified Quality Inspector (CQI), Lead Auditor (ISO9001/AS9100), or Six Sigma/Lean qualifications (Green or Black Belt) are desirable.
• Broad knowledge of mechanical/industrial engineering, materials science, and forging or casting technologies.
• Skilled in drawings, tolerancing, dimensional inspection, and metallurgical standards.
• Proficient in problem-solving tools such as 5Y, RCCA, APQP, MSA, PFMEA, and PPAP.
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and project management skills, with a proactive, analytical approach.

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