Quality Engineer

Job Reference: WM – 2973

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £35,000

Job Type: Permanent

Job Description

Quality Engineer – Job Summary:

We’re supporting our client, a leading Injection Moulding/Automotive manufacturer based in Birmingham, who are looking for a Quality Engineer to join their growing team. The successful Quality Engineer will have experience of Quality, product & Process Auditing.

Salary:                         £35,000

Benefits:                      To be discussed at interview

Job Type:                    Permanent

Location:                     Birmingham

Job Start date:            ASAP

Responsibilities for Quality Engineer:

  • Management of Customer, Supplier & internal concerns utilising disciplined problem-solving techniques.
  • Liaison with Customers, Suppliers and Internal Stakeholders on quality concerns. This may require UK and some overseas travel.
  • Management of Containment activities and costs, to achieve best service at best cost.
  • Conduct QMS, Product & Process audits internally and within Supply base.
  • Support NPI Team activity by completing Quality led activities.
  • To ensure that all Quality, Environment, and Health and Safety legislation are adhered to
  • To ensure all department procedures are adhered to
  • To maintain a high standard of housekeeping and cleanliness in the department
  • Consistently identify opportunities for improvement within the department and record all improvements
  • To demonstrate adherence to the 5s working philosophy
  • Any other duties that may be required to support the needs of the department or business.

About You:

  • Qualified to HND level or equivalent.
  • Minimum 3 years automotive background, IATF16949 QMS knowledge, 8D problem solving ability, Core Tools trained, Customer & Supplier involvement requiring excellent written and verbal skills, full UK driving licence. In addition, a Lean/Six Sigma background and/or IATF16949 Auditor qualification would be advantageous.
  • GD&T and Metal Forming processes knowledge.
  • Communication (Written & Verbal)

Job Application:

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