Senior Quality Engineer

Tewkesbury
2 months ago
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£40,000 - £50,000 DOE

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Are you an experienced quality professional with a passion for ensuring excellence in manufacturing environments? We are recruiting a Senior Quality Engineer to join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering top-tier, fully compliant products in a high-reliability industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and mentor the Quality Inspection Team, setting clear standards and expectations.
Oversee inspection processes, quality control, and product release decisions.
Promote a culture of right-first-time quality across all departments.
Challenge production schedules and operational pressures to uphold quality standards.
Act as the primary contact for customer quality issues, building trust and credibility.
Manage customer communications regarding non-conformances, concessions, and corrective actions.
Lead investigations into complex quality issues using structured methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone).
Implement effective containment, corrective, and preventive actions.
Monitor defect trends and systemic issues to drive long-term improvements.
Use data analysis tools such as SPC, yield, and scrap metrics to identify and mitigate risks.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, rework, and scrap.
Provide coaching and development for Quality Engineers and inspectors.
Ensure compliance with all relevant standards and internal quality systems. 

Candidate Profile

Extensive experience in high-reliability manufacturing sectors such as electronics, aerospace, defence, or medical devices.
Proven leadership in managing quality teams and resolving customer quality issues.
Strong expertise in root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality investigations.
Knowledge of PCB manufacturing processes (multilayer, HDI, controlled impedance, surface finishes) is preferred.
Experience with standards such as IPC A-600, ISO 9001, AS9100, and tools like SPC, PFMEA, and APQP. 

Core Skills & Attributes:

Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
Customer-focused mindset with excellent communication skills.
Results-oriented with a drive for continuous improvement.
Commitment to health, safety, and environmental responsibilities.
Innovative thinker, open to new ideas and process improvements.
Collaborative approach to problem-solving and cross-functional teamwork.
Dedicated to personal growth and developing others. 

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated quality professional to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking manufacturing organisation. If you are ready to lead, influence, and drive quality excellence, we want to hear from you.

'Apply Now' or reach out to Ellie @ Orion Electrotech for further details.

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