Quality Engineer

A well-established precision engineering and manufacturing business is looking to recruit an experienced Quality Engineer to support ongoing growth and high-quality manufacturing operations.

Precision Engineering/ CNC Manufacturing / Aerospace / Advanced Engineering
Full Time | Permanent

This is a hands-on role focused on manufacturing quality, customer liaison, inspection processes, and continuous improvement within a modern machining environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with production, customers, and suppliers to ensure quality standards are maintained across complex machined components and assemblies.

The Role

• Manage day-to-day manufacturing quality activities and support production teams
• Interpret engineering drawings and determine appropriate inspection methods
• Produce inspection reports and customer quality documentation
• Investigate non-conformances and customer complaints using 8D / 5 Why methodologies
• Support internal, supplier, and process audits
• Liaise directly with customers and suppliers regarding quality-related matters
• Assist with calibration systems and inspection equipment management
• Create quality control plans and manufacturing quality instructions
• Train operators on inspection methods and measurement equipment
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across quality and manufacturing processes

About You

• Previous experience as a Quality Engineer within precision engineering or manufacturing
• Strong understanding of inspection techniques and engineering drawings
• Experience working within ISO 9001 or similar quality systems
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Mechanical engineering background or apprenticeship preferred
• Experience with CMM programming and PC-DMIS would be highly advantageous

Desirable Experience

• CMM programming (Hexagon / PC-DMIS)
• Internal or supplier auditing
• Aerospace, defence, oil & gas, or high-specification manufacturing environments
• Quality documentation and customer reporting packs

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary
• Stable and growing engineering business
• Modern and professional manufacturing environment
• Supportive and experienced team
• Long-term career development opportunities

This role could suit someone currently working as a Senior Quality Engineer, CMM Programmer, Quality Inspector, Quality Lead, or Manufacturing Quality Engineer within precision engineering or advanced manufacturing.

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