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Quality Engineer

  • Location: Coventry
  • Salary: £32500 - £37500 per annum per year
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 22 days ago

Quality Engineer

CV2

£32,500 - £37,500



Metalis is partnering with a well-established manufacturing company seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Quality Engineer to join their expanding team. This opportunity has arisen due to significant business growth and a robust order book.

Role Overview:

To be the focal point for quality of all products and systems. Provide a hands on approach to production and product issues, identifying key areas for improvement. Lead and successfully conclude Continuous Improvement projects delivering sustainable developments to the business. To uphold a quality culture and ensure the best in class performance to our Internal and External customer base.



Responsibilities:

  • Management and development of BS EN ISO 9001:2015 business system
  • Ensuring that all systems are maintained so that the requirements of BS EN ISO 9001 are met and, as defined, kept under review, by means of formal and informal audits
  • Host and co-ordinate all external auditing bodies and ensure we maintain current certifications
  • Carry out internal audits, communicate results, and ensure correct closure of actions within set timescales
  • Target inefficiencies quickly using problem solving techniques such as A3 and Root Cause Analysis
  • Support and Lead Continuous Improvement projects, driving out waste, reducing downtime and improving OTIFEF delivery to customers.
  • Management of non-conformances and interaction with relevant department or suppliers on corrective actions and review actions
  • Ownership and improvement of Quality KPI's, and analysis of performance data to identify focus areas for the business
  • Support the business improvement strategies across site, providing challenge, facilitation and coaching where required
  • Work closely with the Product Development team to ensure a Quality by Design concept
  • Ensuring all products are produced within tolerances specified
  • Ensure all manufacturing processes are supported by the necessary training, documentation and Quality Controls



Knowledge/Previous Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years experience in a quality engineering role
  • Experience of working within ISO9001 and ISO14001
  • Energy and enthusiasm
  • Excellent organisational and planning skills
  • The ability to communicate clearly and concisely at all levels
  • Analytical thinker with attention to detail
  • Strong project management skills, experience of Kaizen and 5's Ownership
  • Proven experience of Lean skills and techniques, influencing and engaging others within this function
  • Demonstrated experience of quality assurance
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
  • High personal standards
  • Experience in SME environment



Desirable:

  • Knowledge and experience within Building materials sector
  • Practical experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Minimum of Green belt in six sigma or relevant Lean alternative qualification

Pay/ Hours/ Benefits:

  • 39 hours per week
  • 7:00-16:00 Monday - Thursday, 7:00-15:00 on Fridays
  • BOOST employee savings and wellbeing platform
  • 23 days holiday, including bank holidays. Which also increase with service
  • Buying Holiday Policy
  • Pension Scheme
  • Recommend a Friend Policy
  • Employee recognition programme
  • Cycle to Work
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Wellbeing initiatives

If you are interested in this position we encourage you to click apply with your most recent/up to date CV and a member of our team will give you a call to discuss further.