Overview
Based in Cross Hills, our client is a globally recognised, market-leading designer and manufacturer of high-precision machine tool systems. Operating across multiple countries and serving some of the world’s most technically demanding engineering sectors, this is a business with a strong heritage, a genuine commitment to quality excellence, and a collaborative culture where every team member plays a meaningful role.
Role
We are looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to play a key role within a busy Quality Department. Working cross-functionally with suppliers, customers, and internal teams, you’ll help drive a culture of operational excellence and Right First Time thinking – ensuring that products, processes, and systems consistently meet internal, customer, and regulatory standards.
This is a varied, hands-on role that spans quality assurance, supplier management, continuous improvement, internal auditing, and KPI reporting – with real scope to make an impact across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Ensure supplied and internally manufactured products comply with engineering drawings, manufacturing specifications, and all applicable standards
- Support and maintain ISO 9001 compliance and contribute to the ongoing development of the Integrated Management System (IMS)
- Act as the recognised point of contact for quality-related issues across the business
- Supplier, Customer & Internal Interface
- Liaise with suppliers, customers, and internal teams to investigate non-conformances and ensure effective CAPA implementation
- Monitor supplier quality performance and drive improvement initiatives
- Manage customer complaints with clear communication and timely resolution
- Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving
- Lead structured problem-solving activities including 8D investigations, root cause analysis (5 Why), and corrective action planning
- Identify and implement quality improvement opportunities across products and processes
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and Right First Time thinking
- Audits & Reporting
- Plan and perform internal IMS, supplier, and safety audits
- Support external ISO audits and regulatory assessments
- Track and report quality KPIs including PPM, Pareto analysis and trends
- Coaching & Collaboration
- Provide guidance and support to team members on quality tools and best practices
- Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Production, Supply Chain and HSE functions
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in a Quality Engineering or Quality Assurance role within a manufacturing or production environment
- Minimum HNC or HND qualification in a relevant discipline (or equivalent experience)
- Completed 4-year mechanical apprenticeship
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes
- Demonstrated ability to apply quality methodologies including 8D, 5 Why, Pareto analysis and PPM performance monitoring
- Strong analytical skills with a structured approach to root cause investigation
- Confident user of SAP and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Full, current UK driving licence
Salary & Benefits
- £35,000 – £40,000 salary depending on experience
- 28 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (36 days total)
- 5% employer pension contributions
- Health cash plan
- Retailer discounts scheme
If you’re a quality professional looking to make a real impact within a precision engineering environment, we’d love to hear from you – apply today with a full CV or contact the Cubed Talent team for a confidential discussion
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