Salary & Benefits:
£37,000 - £42,300 (DOE)
Permanent, days-based
Located on site in Leeds
8.00-16.30 Mon-Fri (1-hour lunch)
25-28 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension up to 10%, private healthcare, group life cover 6x salary, Global Income Protection
Enhanced maternity/paternity pay, product discounts
Occasional lab shift cover (approx. twice a year) and weekend overtime (Sat 1.5x, Sun 2x)
Key Responsibilities of the Quality Engineer:
Lead continuous improvement projects and recommend enhancements
Cover laboratory technicians on a flexible basis
Report on measurement KPIs
The Quality Engineer will promote a compliant culture across all business areas
Conduct investigations to resolve batch issues and customer complaints
Demonstrate strong experience in a relevant function, R&D, or as a process chemist (degree qualified)
Conduct thorough investigations establishing root cause and corrective actions
Requirements of the Quality Engineer:
Proven experience leading continuous improvement projects - ESSENTIAL
Experience with Lean and Six Sigma problem-solving approaches
SAP experience
Track record of managing projects and delivering to schedule
Experience with MS Office and statistical software
Previous work in QC/R&D laboratories
Either a HND, HNC, or Degree in Chemistry, Chemical or Process Engineering, or equivalent OR strong, time-served industry experience in an equivalent role
Background in Manufacturing - Chemical, or Process would be desired
Internal auditing training (desirable)
Experience or knowledge of databases and Python (desirable)
This Quality Engineer role offers the chance to join a reputable company known for its collaborative culture, technical expertise, and development opportunities.
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Salary description
£37000.00 - £42300.00 per year