The Quality Engineering Manager will provide technical and compliance expertise as part of teams tasked with establishing and assuring system and product quality objectives within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Provide QA technical and compliance support for products and manufacturing related to suppliers, corrective and preventive actions, product/process improvements and training. The Quality Engineering Manager will assure compliance to the company Quality Standards and perform quality activities such as data analysis, QMS audits, procedure development, assist with product release, documentation review and implementation of changes to controlled documents.
* Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will be a senior member within the Manufacturing team, with Quality Assistant & Returns Technician reporting to this function
* Maintaining & improving the current QMS.
* Investigate Customer Complaints, using root cause analysis to close issues off, leading quality problem investigations using proven quality tools.
* Lead improvements in product and process quality
* Lead the internal auditing process
* Lead & drive external audits with customers & auditing bodies
* lead project issues by working with team members, management, suppliers, and others as appropriate.
* Conduct inspections of raw materials, components, and finished products to ensure they meet quality standards
* Identify defects, determine their causes, and implement solutions to prevent recurrence.
* Prepare detailed reports on quality performance and compliance.
* Ensure that all processes comply with relevant quality standards and regulations.
* Conducting and reporting on internal audits as per the annual schedule and closing out of any non-conformances that arise.
* Work closely with other departments, such as Production and Engineering, to implement quality measures.
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* A level 8 degree (or equivalent) in Engineering or related technical field required
* A minimum of 3 years in a senior Quality role, with experience in a manufacturing environment.
* Proficiency in quality control systems, statistical analysis, and inspection procedures.
* Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.
* Knowledge of ISO standards and in particular ISO9001:9015, ISO17025, ISO14001 and ATEX certifications
* Relevant experience in quality assurance or a related field, preferably in a manufacturing environment
* Lean Six Sigma qualification and Lead Auditor certification preferred.
* Experience in the preparation for & leading notified body audits.
* Proven abilities on achieving results within assigned deadlines with an ability to prioritize multiple tasks and operate in a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to work harmoniously with coworkers and customers.
* Motivated and a hard-working self-starter with the ability to work under own initiative and with others.
* Fluent written & spoken English
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee assistance program
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person