Baltic Recruitment are delighted to be continuing our partnering with OsecoElfab, a global manufacturer specialising in engineered rupture discs and explosion venting solutions for high-hazard industrial environments to assist with their search for a Quality Systems Engineer.
Overall Purpose:
- The Systems Quality Engineer plays a pivotal role in fostering excellence by overseeing the development, implementation, and continual enhancement of quality management systems and standards throughout the organization.
- This role involves ensuring adherence to company procedures and spearheading initiatives to drive continuous improvement championing a culture of quality across all facets of the business.
- By working in cross functionally with a dedicated team, the Quality Engineer serves as a driving force in upholding quality benchmarks.
Key Duties:
- Collaborate closely with the Quality team and company stakeholders to establish, monitor, and implement the Quality Management Systems (QMS) and contractual/legal governance such as PED 2014/68/EU.
- Devise, refine, and enhance the Integrated Management System to serve as a foundational framework that promote quality and operational standards.
- Evaluate potential quality risks and opportunities, and escalate them when deemed appropriate, facilitating timely intervention and resolution.
- Act as the company representative for notified body and customer audit visits.
- Manage and deliver both the internal and supplier audit schedule, leading on any non-conformances, ensuring that corrective and preventative actions are effectively executed, and outcomes are effectively communicated.
- Safeguard the integrity of quality systems implementing and scrutinizing compliance with ISO 9001, PED, ASME and ATEX.
- Play a pivotal role in overseeing the supply chain by conducting audits and reviewing operational practices and systems to ensure compliance with our QMS Standards.
- Act as a focal point for the training and professional development of all staff members, guaranteeing their comprehensive grasp of quality standards and their direct relevance to overarching business objectives.
- Ensure that material conforms to statuary regulations for use within rupture disc manufacturing.
- Lead cross-functional continuous improvement projects, employing proven and innovative methodologies.
Key Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent qualification/experience) in relevant technical field.
- Trained auditor.
- Proven expertise in precision engineering and manufacturing environments.
- Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining robust quality systems across manufacturing and engineering businesses.
- Proficiency in change management complemented by strong analytical skills.
- Accomplished at nurturing and maintaining client and stakeholder relationships.
- Exceptional multitasking skills coupled with the ability to efficiently prioritize workflow.
- Proficient and clear communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proficiency in utilizing Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Familiarity with business systems such as ERP (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics).
- Accomplished presentation skills.
- Understanding of standards like PED, ASME, and ATEX (equivalent technical standards considered as training will be given).
- Proficiency in root cause analysis techniques including FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis).
- Familiarity with requirements including APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning), PPAP (Production Part Approval Process).
- Proficiency in lean manufacturing tools, enabling streamlined operational processes.
The Package:
- Competitive salary on offer, depending on level of experience.
- 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday.
- Company pension scheme.
- Private health care.
- Life assurance.
- Quarterly bonus scheme potential.
- Additional benefits.