W Talent is delighted to be working with a well-established manufacturing organisation, who are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to support operations across their Glossop based facility. Specialising in high-performance engineered solutions, the business manufactures precision components including speciality alloys used in aircraft and commercial vehicles worldwide.
The Role
Leading investigations into non-conformance and customer complaints, establishing root cause and appropriate corrective actions. Perform internal and external audits of the business and sub-contract base and ensure all findings are addressed and closed out. Ensure products meet internal specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements. Maintain compliance with relevant ISO certifications.
Key Responsibilities
* Leading investigations into non-conformance and customer complaints, establishing root cause and appropriate corrective actions.
* Perform internal and external audits of the business and sub-contract base and ensure all findings are addressed and closed out in a timely manner.
* Ensuring the calibration of all dimensional and furnace equipment on site.
* Ensuring that all site furnace checks are completed, including verification of Temperature Uniformity Surveys.
* Day-to-day customer contact for technical/quality issues.
* Working with Laboratory staff to ensure compliance with ISO17025 and other customer requirements.
* Promoting quality performance improvements throughout the organisation.
* Agreeing standards and establishing clearly defined quality methods for staff to apply.
* Defining quality procedures in conjunction with operating staff.
* Ensuring that site quality documentation and training records are completed and maintained.
* Actively pursue cost reduction opportunities through refinement of methods and increased process capability.
* Use of internal non conformance database to analyse trends and liaise with the continuous improvement team to implement improvement activates.
Key Requirements
* Experience in the application of statistical, root cause and problem solving tools and techniques e.g. SPC, FMEA, 8D, Ishikawa, 6 Sigma.
* Familiarity with UKAS, NADCAP and aerospace approvals (AS9100).
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate well at all levels.
* Ability to remain focused on Quality and consistently reiterate its importance to others.
* Able to work under pressure and deliver results to a defined deadline.
* Experience working alongside with internal and external auditors.
* Experience of alloy melting controls.
* Ability to organise your workload in order to meet deadlines with complete and appropriate information.
* IT Skills - Able to utilise Microsoft packages: Excel, Word with the ability to use in house systems e.g. TROPOS and data entry systems.
Salary and Benefits
A competitive salary between £35,000 and £45,000, plus an enhanced benefits package is on offer. The role is based in Glossop. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in shaping Quality culture and standards within an established and operationally diverse business.