Quality Engineer

Bates & Bradshaw are proud to be working in partnership to support their recruitment needs, helping to find skilled professionals to drive the business forward. Specialising in high-performance electrical cable assemblies and control panels, this East Yorkshire-based company serves the aerospace, defence, marine, and industrial sectors across Europe.

Purpose of the Role

• Support the Quality Manager by overseeing manufacturing and engineering processes, identifying quality issues, and implementing effective solutions.
  
  
• Optimise production processes to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and enhance product quality.
  
  Duties and Responsibilities
  
  
• Act as a deputy for the Quality Manager when required.
  
  
• Ensure compliance with all relevant quality and regulatory standards.
  
  
• Identify quality issues and recommend appropriate solutions.
  
  
• Conduct internal audits in line with AS9100 and ISO14001 standards.
  
  
• Manage quality improvement projects to enhance the QMS
  
  
• Oversee supplier product returns, conduct investigations, verify rejections, and communicate corrective action requirements to suppliers.
  
  
• Manage the Quality Management System (QMS) and host customer or third-party audits.
  
  
• Handle the return of supplied products to suppliers, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with export controls.
  
  
• Track and analyse Quality and Supplier Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), driving continuous improvement based on data insights.
  
  
• Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required.
  
  Person Specification
  
  About You
  
  
• Experience in a quality or manufacturing role is beneficial.
  
  
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels.
  
  
• Understanding of health and safety requirements in both manufacturing and office environments.
  
  
• High level of attention to detail in documentation and reporting.
  
  
• A proactive approach to quality assurance and process improvement.
  
  Desirable Skills & Qualifications
  
  
• Knowledge of AS9100, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
  
  
• Experience using 8D problem-solving and 5 Whys methodologies.
  
  
• Understanding of risk assessments and incident investigations.
  
  
• Experience in conducting internal audits.
  
  
• Valid UK driving licence.
  
  
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification