Quality Engineer

Company: STR Group
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Quality Engineer

Location: Reading, UK

Employment Type: Full-time, Onsite

Salary: Negotiable

We’re looking for a Quality Engineer to join a growing UK Manufacturing team, playing a key role in ensuring products meet the highest standards. Are you a Quality engineer who enjoys solving real time production challenges? Are you looking for a role where you can influence quality, efficiency and continuous improvement? Then this sounds like the perfect role for you!

What you’ll be doing:

  • Developing and maintaining quality control processes across production
  • Conducting inspections and audits on materials, in-process, and finished goods
  • Leading root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions to resolve issues
  • Supporting and improving the Quality Management System (ISO 9001)
  • Analysing production data to identify trends and drive improvements
  • Collaborating with production, engineering, and suppliers to maintain quality standards

What we’re looking for:

  • Experience in a Quality Engineer or similar QA/QC role within manufacturing
  • Strong knowledge of quality tools (e.g. root cause analysis, FMEA, SPC)
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 and audit processes
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
  • A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving and communication skills
  • Experience in high-precision industries (aerospace, automotive, medical devices), Six Sigma/Lean, or CMM programming is a plus.

What’s in it for you?

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Pension and company benefits
  • 20 days holiday + UK bank holidays
  • Opportunities for training, development, and career progression

If this sounds like a role for you then please apply below or send over your CV to ahaddock@insignistalent.com!

Posted: May 23rd, 2026