Quality Engineer
to join a UK-based, multi-billion pound specialist chemicals company with subsidiaries in 101 countries and over 300 manufacturing sites. The company supplies bonding, sealing, waterproofing, and structural solutions for the construction and industrial sectors. This permanent, days-based Quality Engineer role will lead continuous improvement projects, investigate batch issues and complaints, and foster a quality-focused culture across the business.
Salary & Benefits
- £37,000 – £42,300 (DOE)
- Permanent, days-based
- Located on site in Leeds
- 8.00-16.30 Mon‑Fri (1‑hour lunch)
- 25‑28 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension up to 10%, private healthcare, group life cover 6x salary, Global Income Protection
- Enhanced maternity/paternity pay, product discounts
- Occasional lab shift cover (approx. twice a year) and weekend overtime (Sat 1.5x, Sun 2x)
Key Responsibilities
- Lead continuous improvement projects and recommend enhancements
- Cover laboratory technicians on a flexible basis
- Report on measurement KPIs
- The Quality Engineer will promote a compliant culture across all business areas
- Conduct investigations to resolve batch issues and customer complaints
- Demonstrate strong experience in a relevant function, R&D, or as a process chemist (degree qualified)
- Conduct thorough investigations establishing root cause and corrective actions
Requirements
- Proven experience leading continuous improvement projects – ESSENTIAL
- Experience with Lean and Six Sigma problem‑solving approaches
- SAP experience
- Track record of managing projects and delivering to schedule
- Experience with MS Office and statistical software
- Previous work in QC/R&D laboratories
- Either a HND, HNC, or Degree in Chemistry, Chemical or Process Engineering, or equivalent OR strong, time‑served industry experience in an equivalent role
- Background in Manufacturing – Chemical, or Process would be desired
- Internal auditing training (desirable)
- Experience or knowledge of databases and Python (desirable)
This Quality Engineer role offers the chance to join a reputable company known for its collaborative culture, technical expertise, and development opportunities.
Apply now for this Quality Engineer position.
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