Manufacturing Quality Engineer

106477
Bath, Somerset, England
£40k - 43k per year
Permanent
Aerospace & Defence

Job Title: Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Location: Bath/Bristol

Role: Permanent Full time

Salary: Up to £43,000 per annum

Reporting to the Head of Quality, this role exists to improve the end-to-end supply chain quality performance of specific assigned suppliers and internal products or services. This includes: the management of supplier concerns; participation in and the leading of APQP activities both internally and external with customers and suppliers; leading problem resolution and other continuous improvement initiatives and activities.

Key Responsibilities – Manufacturing Quality Engineer

  • Devise and own specific elements of the quality improvement road map. Support the implementation and subsequently maintain systems and procedures to ensure continued compliance withAS9100/ISO9001 Quality system and any project specific Quality requirements.
  • Lead the implementation of specific, focussed ‘Quality Improvement Programmes’ to deliver year-on-year QCD improvements, utilising KPI analysis, Pareto, FMEA and other relevant tools and techniques.

 

  • Record and generate supplier quality performance figures for the review of the Senior Management Team.

 

  • Supporting the successful implementation and delivery of specific Advanced Production Quality Plans for New Product Introduction.

 

  • Reviews and Map processes; support introduction of robust processes by utilising techniques such as PFMEA’s and subsequently control the processes using Control Plans etc

 

  • Preparation and submission of specific Quality Approval documentation (FAI and/or PPAP submission) to customers.
  • Working closely with Supply Chain Management, Engineering. Manufacturing and Programme Management on supplier selection for new products and services.
  • Approving new products and services in line with Company procedures.
  • Lead all activities associated with specific non confirming product containment incidents, finding root causes and ensuring robust and rigorous problem resolution.
  • Ensuring the supply chain fully confirms and is compliant with the QMS.
  • Take part in supplier visits and audits as required.
  • Utilise R & R studies and SPC as the basis for driving on-going process improvements.
  • Support design reviews and cost estimation activities as necessary.
  • Where necessary support off site (UK and overseas) visits and manufacturing activities.
  • Supervise and co-ordinate subcontract Manufacturing Engineering activities.
  • Supervise and co-ordinate Central Inspection priorities and activities.
  • Management of gauge calibration.

Qualifications & Requirements – Manufacturing Quality Engineer

  • Minimum HNC/Degree in Engineering or Business-related discipline (or equivalent)
  • Experience gained in a manufacturing quality or supply chain quality environment, preferable in high volume manufacturing business to set the right standard.
  • Experience of Quality Improvement programmes, Pareto, PFMEA or similar continuous improvement initiatives to drive quality improvements.
  • Experience of utilising APQP tools and techniques.
  • Experienced in the use and construction of PFMEA’s, Control Plans and FAI Reports.
  • Extensive experience of statistical analysis, process capability and problem resolution tools (8D, 5 Why, 6 Sigma etc) and techniques.
  • Extensive knowledge of AS9100 and ISO9001 to comply with company processes.
  • A team player with the ability to work on own initiative, and able to influence others by demonstrating a positive “can do” attitude.
  • Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work at pace in a multi-project environment.
  • Ability to obtain SC clearance.

The post holder will desirably have, or will be able to develop:

  • Knowledge and understanding of the challenges of technology development, new product development and new product introduction projects.
  • Familiarity with multinational projects subject to US ITAR and UK export legislation.
  • Experience in the use of industrial MRP, MRP –II or ERP tools, ideally Syteline.
  • Knowledge of TS 16949 and ISO14001 standards optional.

What we can offer – Manufacturing Quality Engineer

  • Up to £43,000 per annum basic salary
  • Pension – 5% matched contribution (up to 8% matched)
  • Life Cover
  • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
  • Simply Health cover
  • Company bonus scheme
  • Retail discounts
  • Cycle to work scheme

For more information on this role, please contact Paul Furlong on 01453 829789 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently a Quality Engineer, Quality Technician, Quality Inspector or Manufacturing Engineer may be suitable for this position

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

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