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Quality Assurance Engineer
Location: Birmingham
Salary: Up to £45,000 (depending on experience)
About the Role
We are seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in metal machining environments and a solid background in quality control systems, inspection, and continuous improvement.
This role plays a key part in ensuring that products meet the highest standards of precision, durability, and finish.
Key Responsibilities
Product Inspection & Testing
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Inspect machined components for defects and ensure compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
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Perform testing and validation against defined quality standards.
Process Monitoring
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Monitor production processes using established SOPs.
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Identify deviations and implement corrective actions promptly.
Quality Documentation
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Develop, update, and maintain quality documentation including:
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Inspection procedures
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Test plans
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Quality control guidelines
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Process documentation
Root Cause Analysis
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Investigate product defects using structured problem-solving methods.
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Develop and implement corrective and preventative action plans (CAPA).
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Work closely with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to resolve quality issues.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing processes.
Training & Support
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Train and mentor team members on quality assurance processes and standards.
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Promote a culture of quality throughout the organisation.
Mandatory Requirements
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Proficiency in CAD software.
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Strong knowledge of metals, machining processes, and tooling.
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Good understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
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Knowledge of drawing control and engineering change management.
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Experience producing technical documentation for manufacturing teams.
Desirable (Not Essential)
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Experience with Autodesk Vault.
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Knowledge of SAP and document control systems (e.g., Vault).
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Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
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Hands-on experience within shop floor machining environments.
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Experience within hardware manufacturing.
Hours
* 7.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday and 7.30am to 12.30pm Friday.
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