Quality Engineer (Hydraulics / Supplier Inspection)

Company: Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
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Quality Engineer (Hydraulics / Supplier Inspection)

£35,000 – £40,000 + Training + Progression to Quality Manager + International Travel + Company Benefits

Full Training to be Quality Manager

Stoke-on-Trent (Office-Based with UK & International Travel)

Are you a Quality Engineer with experience in machining or technical drawings, looking for a clear pathway into senior leadership? This is a rare opportunity to join a multinational-backed manufacturer offering structured progression into a Quality Manager position.

You will play a key role in supplier quality, technical drawing approval, and customer quality support, ensuring high standards across hydraulic components and systems. The role is primarily office-based, with travel to UK sites and international suppliers, giving exposure to global manufacturing and quality processes.

The business is a well-established UK subsidiary of a European engineering group, supplying precision hydraulic components to global OEMs. With strong investment and growth, they offer a structured 12-18 month development plan into senior leadership, supported by mentorship from the current Quality Manager.

The Role

Manage supplier quality and support audits across UK and international partners

  • Review and approve technical drawings, tolerances, and specifications
  • Investigate customer complaints and lead corrective actions (8D, RCA)
  • Support product validation, risk assessment, and new part introduction
  • Liaise with customers and internal teams on quality and technical issuesContribute to continuous improvement and quality performance reporting

The Person

Experience in quality, manufacturing, or CNC engineering

  • Strong understanding of machining processes and technical drawings

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

Reference Number: BBBH25111a

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Posted: June 4th, 2026