Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Overview

Ensure product quality and regulatory compliance for medical equipment manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• data analysis
• process improvement
• statistical tools
• qms management
• internal audits
• customer liaison

Tasks

-Deliver and document training on work instructions, policies, and procedures to ensure team members are fully competent before working independently. -Collect, analyse, and present data using statistical methodologies to support product and process improvements. -Recommend improvements to processes, products, and quality standards. -Use quality tools to implement process improvements, including process flowcharting, Pareto analysis, SPC, DOE, and gauge R&R. -Work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve production and quality challenges. -Support the development of QMS deliverables and APQP activities, including risk analysis, FMEA, CAPA, and validation plans. -Perform internal audits, quality reviews, and prepare reports for compliance and performance monitoring. -Develop inspection criteria connecting customer requirements to manufacturing processes, including sampling plans and gauging methods. -Support continuous improvement and productivity initiatives. -Act as the primary customer liaison for quality issues and manage complaints efficiently. -Ensure strict adherence to the Quality Management System (QMS) and regulatory standards. -Review engineering drawings for correct application of GD&T, material specifications, and key inspection characteristics. -Conduct process capability studies to determine machine and process performance.

Requirements

• statistical analysis
• engineering degree
• ppap
• gd&t
• problem solving
• iso

What You Bring

The successful candidate will have a strong quality background and the ability to collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and customers to maintain the highest standards of quality and compliance in line with ISO and QSR requirements. -Computer literacy and data analysis capability -Statistical Analysis – Extensive -Experience in a highly regulated industry, ideally medical equipment (Aerospace or Automotive also considered). -Degree in Engineering OR Science discipline OR recognised engineering apprenticeship. -Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes – ideally casting or forging experience. -Experienced in PPAP, GD&T, validation processes, and statistical quality tools. -Problem Solving – Extensive -Strong Communication & Customer Interaction Skills -Attention to Detail – High -Familiarity with ISO, QSR, and FDA regulatory requirements.

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Benefits

Salary: Up to £46,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits -Salary: Up to £46,000 / Year -Bonus: 7.5% annual discretionary bonus -Holidays: 33 days including bank holidays + Summer and Christmas shutdowns -Lean Manufacturing – Working -Pension: 7% employer contribution (minimum 4% employee) after 3 months

About Itp (International Talent Partnership)

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