Quality Engineer

BRIEF OVERVIEW

• Role: Quality Engineer
  
• Location: Hampshire
  
• Role type: Permanent
  
• Salary: up to £42,500
  
  A leading electronics manufacturing service provider specializing in mission-critical, high-technology solutions. The company is committed to delivering innovation and service excellence across industries such as aerospace, medical devices, and automotive
  
  RESPONSIBILITIES
  
• Maintain and develop Quality Management Systems (QMS) aligned with standards like AS9100, ISO 9001, and ISO 13485.
  
• Conduct audits, inspections, and spot-checks for processes and products.
  
• Lead investigations and corrective actions for non-conformities.
  
• Collaborate with departments to ensure quality measures are adhered to.
  
• Manage supplier quality, including audits and addressing concerns.
  
• Support customer communications regarding quality and compliance.
  
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.
  
  REQUIRED SKILLS
  
• Experience in a quality role within manufacturing or engineering.
  
• Familiarity with standards such as ISO 9001, AS 9100, ISO 13485 or IATF 16949.
  
• Experience with problem-solving tools like 8D, CAPA, and 5-Whys.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office for data handling and reporting.
  
• Strong communication skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
  
  DESIRABLE (NOT ESSENTIAL)
  
• HNC qualification or higher in Electronics Engineering or a related field.
  
• IPC certifications in electronics engineering.
  
• Experience in supplier quality and conducting supplier audits.
  
• Knowledge of quality inspection processes, including first article inspections