Quality Engineer

Quality Systems Engineer – Own the Quality, Lead the Change!

Location: Stourport | Team: Operations | Reports To: QHSE Manager

Hours: Mon-Thu 7:00am-4:00pm (30 min lunch), Fri 7:00am-1:00pm

Role

• Own and elevate our Integrated Management System (IMS)
• Be the guardian of quality, health & safety, and environmental compliance
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives that make real impact
• Train and inspire teams across the business

What You’ll Do

Master ISO Compliance

• Maintain & improve IMS across ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001
• Lead internal audits & drive corrective actions to closure
• Be the go‑to for external audits & certification

Legal & Regulatory Hero

• Keep our legal register up‑to‑date & monitor legislative changes
• Conduct risk assessments & hazard analysis
• Support incident investigations (RIDDOR & environmental reporting)

Continuous Improvement Champion

• Use PDCA, 8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa, Lean & Six Sigma tools
• Analyse KPIs & implement impactful changes
• Reduce defects, waste & operational risks

Trainer & Engager

• Deliver IMS awareness training company‑wide
• Coach internal auditors & process owners
• Promote team engagement & learning culture

Supplier & Customer Quality Expert

• Conduct supplier audits & approvals
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints quickly & effectively

You Bring

• 3+ years in quality/QHSE/management systems in manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001
• Qualified Internal Auditor (IRCA/CQI); Lead Auditor desirable
• UK H&S & environmental legislation knowledge
• External audit experience
• Analytical & problem‑solving mindset
• Excellent communicator
• Microsoft Office & document control proficiency
• Bonus Skills: NEBOSH, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, CQI/IEMA/IOSH membership, Engineering or Quality degree

Your Impact (12‑24 Months)

• Strengthen ISO certifications & IMS maturity
• Achieve zero non‑conformities & ensure compliance
• Reduce defects, waste & Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
• Improve H&S & environmental performance
• Build QHSE capability & team engagement
• Elevate supplier & customer quality assurance

KPIs / How You’ll Shine

• Zero major audit non‑conformities
• ≥95% on‑time closure of corrective actions
• 100% internal audit schedule completion
• Year‑on‑year reduction in COPQ, defects & complaints
• Improved H&S & environmental indicators
• 100% IMS awareness across employees

Why This Role Is

• Lead ISO compliance & quality strategy across the business
• Make a visible, measurable impact every day
• Shape culture, safety & sustainability
• Work with a high‑performing, collaborative team
• Be recognized as the go‑to expert in QHSE

Ready to lead, innovate, and make an impact? Apply now and join a company where quality isn’t just a standard – it’s a way of life.

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