Junior Quality Engineer

Junior Quality Engineer
***this would be great for someone who has completed a full apprenticeship with hands on experience***
Are you looking to build a long-term career in Quality Engineering within a manufacturing environment? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Quality Engineer to join our growing team.
This is an excellent entry-level position for someone with manufacturing quality experience who is eager to develop their technical skills and progress into a fully qualified Quality Engineer role. You'll work alongside experienced Quality Engineers, gaining hands-on experience across a variety of quality assurance and continuous improvement activities.
What You'll Be Doing
* Supporting the Quality Engineering team with day-to-day quality assurance activities.
* Assisting with product conformity checks and ensuring compliance with customer and industry specifications.
* Supporting calibration activities and maintaining quality records.
* Assisting with the administration and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) / Integrated Management System (IMS).
* Working with manufacturing teams to help maintain high quality standards from raw material through to finished product.
* Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and supporting departmental projects..
What We're Looking For
* A minimum of 3 years' experience within a manufacturing environment, ideally in a quality-related role.
* A good understanding of manufacturing quality processes, including:
* Product conformance
* Calibration
* Engineering drawings and specifications
* Knowledge of manufacturing principles throughout the production process, from raw materials to finished products.
* An understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and/or Integrated Management Systems (IMS).
* Experience working within highly regulated industries such as aerospace or defence would be advantageous.
* Strong organisational skills with good attention to detail.
* Competent IT and administrative skills.
* A proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and a desire to develop a career in Quality Engineering.
Why Join Us?
* Structured career progression with a clear pathway into a Quality Engineer position.
* Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced Quality Engineers.
* Opportunity to work within a high-quality manufacturing environment supporting aerospace and defence standards.
* Gain valuable experience across quality systems, compliance, manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement.
* Be part of a supportive team where your development is encouraged and recognised.
If you're passionate about quality, enjoy solving problems, and are looking for an opportunity to grow your engineering career, we'd love to hear from you