Quality Systems Engineer

Quality Systems Engineer

£35,000

Our Client are a leading British Manufacturer within the Materials Handling sector.

Currently recruiting for a Quality Systems Engineer.

Hours of work: 7.00am to 4.00pm (30 Minutes lunch) Monday to Thursday, 7.00am to 1.00pm on Fridays.

Primary Location: Stourport

The Role

• Maintain, develop and continually improve the Integrated Management System (IMS) covering ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Ensure documented information (procedures, work instructions, forms, records) is controlled, current and aligned to the relevant ISO standards.
• Plan, schedule and lead the internal audit programme; manage non-conformities, corrective actions and root cause analysis to closure.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external certification bodies; coordinate and host surveillance and recertification audits.
• Prepare and present Management Review inputs and outputs in line with ISO requirements.

Legal & Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain a legal register of applicable UK Quality, Environmental and Health & S and Safety legislation (e.g. Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, Environmental Protection Act 1990, COSHH, RIDDOR, Waste Regulations, product‑specific regulations).
• Monitor changes in legislation and ensure that policies, procedures and operational practices remain compliant.

The Candidate

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience (typically 3+ years) in a quality / QHSE / management systems role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
• Qualified Internal Auditor (IRCA/CQI or equivalent); Lead Auditor qualification desirable.
• Sound knowledge of UK H&S and environmental legislation applicable to manufacturing.
• Experience managing external certification audits.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with experience in root cause analysis techniques.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with all levels of the organisation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and document control systems.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Quality Management or a related discipline.
• Membership of CQI, IEMA or IOSH.
• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or above).
• Experience implementing or migrating to electronic QMS platforms.

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