Expire in: 25 days
Salary: Up to £38,000 + bonus
Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:30am – 4:30pm (36 hours per week)
Are you looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced, precision manufacturing environment? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established engineering business supplying critical components to the aerospace sector and other highly regulated industries.
We are seeking a Quality Engineer with experience in special processes and a strong understanding of aerospace compliance. You’ll be part of a collaborative quality team supporting sheet metal and assembly production for an expanding portfolio of clients.
The Opportunity
This role focuses on the oversight and continuous improvement of soft metal heat treatment and testing processes. You’ll be responsible for maintaining NADCAP compliance, preparing for and hosting client and third-party audits, and leading process audits and improvement actions. You’ll also work closely with calibration and testing service providers to ensure all equipment meets relevant standards.
Reporting directly to the Quality Manager, you’ll be a technical point of contact for both internal teams and external partners. You’ll contribute to internal training, collaborate with quality teams across other business units, and may occasionally step up to provide senior leadership reports or updates in the Quality Manager’s absence.
Key Requirements
* Expertise in soft metal heat treatment and testing processes
* Experience preparing for or hosting NADCAP and customer audits
* Ability to interpret technical specifications and drawings
* Working knowledge of quality management systems (QMS) in aerospace or automotive
* Excellent attention to detail, communication, and teamworking skills
* Proactive, motivated, and confident in customer-facing settings
* Familiar with internal auditing, lean methodologies or six sigma principles
* IT proficiency including Excel, PowerPoint, SAP, and Microsoft Project
* Willingness to work flexible hours when required.
Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking, values-driven engineering business with a long-standing reputation for quality and customer service. You’ll benefit from structured development, training opportunities, and a culture that actively supports career progression.
* 36-hour working week
* Competitive salary and bonus scheme
* 33 days’ annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
* Access to a wide range of employee benefits and retail discounts
* Free on-site parking and discounted gym membership
If you meet the requirements and would like to explore this opportunity further, I’d love to hear from you. Apply now to start the conversation
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