Quality Engineer

Posted 16/05/2024 by Reed Engineering

Location:
Manchester, Greater Manchester

As a Quality Officer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and improving our product quality and quality management systems. Ensuring that all processes from raw material, in-process production and finished products meet the required standard of quality and safety and that the product is in compliance with specifications according to customer requirements.

£27,000 - £30,000

Full Time:

40 hours per week Mon-Thurs: 8am-17:00, Fridays- 8am-16:10

Benefits and Perks:

  • Opportunities for both internal and external training tailored to your role
  • Quarterly team lunches provided by the company
  • Recognition and awards for long-term service
  • Access to a workplace pension with contributions from both employer and employee
  • Early Friday finishes
  • Additional days leave based on length of service
  • Awards for Employee of the Month, Quarter, and Year
  • Daily provision of fresh fruit
  • Special birthdays recognition
  • Options for private healthcare plans
  • Free flu vaccinations
  • Participation in a cycle to work scheme
  • Involvement in employee social activities through a dedicated committee

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct routine quality inspections on incoming materials, work in progress, and finished products to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
  • Collaborate with production teams to identify and address quality issues, providing timely feedback and implementing corrective actions.
  • Completing and maintaining the quality documentation and records, including inspection reports, non-conformance reports, and quality control procedures.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly in quality control or assurance, is advantageous but not mandatory.
  • Knowledge of quality management systems and methodologies (e.g., ISO 9001:2015 standards) is a plus.
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills with the ability to interpret technical documents and drawings.
  • Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate quality-related issues.
  • Proficient computer skills, including MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Knowledge of ISO 14001:2015 would be advantageous but not essential.
  • Having supervisory experience is advantageous but not required.

Personal Attributes:

  • Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
  • Commitment to upholding quality standards and driving continuous improvement.

If you would like to hear more of this great opportunity, simply click the link.

Type:
Permanent
Contract Length:
N/A
Job Reference:
X3-1047983_1715859886
Job ID:
221666720

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