Quality Engineer

Role: Quality Engineer
Location: Wellingborough
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum

We are currently recruiting for a Quality Engineer to join a well-established precision engineering and manufacturing business supplying high-quality components to demanding industries.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically driven Quality Engineer who enjoys getting involved on the shop floor, solving problems, improving processes, and driving quality performance across the business. The successful candidate will work closely with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to ensure products and processes meet both customer and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS)
Lead investigations into non-conformances, customer complaints, and internal quality issues
Drive root cause analysis activities using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, and FMEA
Implement and monitor corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to ensure sustainable improvements
Support internal and external audits and ensure ongoing compliance with quality standards and customer requirements
Analyse quality data, identify trends, and implement improvement initiatives to reduce defects and improve performance
Work closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to improve process capability and product quality
Support APQP, PPAP, control plans, and risk management activities where required
Review and maintain quality documentation, procedures, and work instructions
Act as a key quality contact for customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
Essential Requirements

Proven experience within a Quality Engineering role in a manufacturing or precision engineering environment
Strong working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS)
Excellent understanding of core quality tools including:
FMEA
PPAP
APQP
8D
Root Cause Analysis
Control Plans
SPC
MSA
Experience managing non-conformances and driving corrective actions through to completion
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a hands-on approach
Experience supporting audits and maintaining compliance with recognised quality standards such as ISO 9001
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications
Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the business
Desirable

Experience within precision engineering, machining, aerospace, automotive, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments
Lead Auditor qualification
Knowledge of AS9100 or IATF 16949
Continuous Improvement experience using Lean or Six Sigma methodology