Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality Technician/Quality Engineer

Location: Chorley, Lancashire
Salary: £14/hr (junior) - up to £35k (experienced)

We are working with a well-established precision engineering and manufacturing business based in Chorley, Lancashire, who are looking to expand their team with a Quality Technician/Quality Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, close-knit team and play a key role in ensuring quality and customer satisfaction in a bespoke manufacturing environment.

About the Company: Our client is a leading name in the precision engineering industry, with a diverse customer base spanning nuclear, automotive, and aerospace sectors. They offer both "make to print" and design-and-manufacture services, giving them a broad range of capabilities. With a comprehensive manufacturing process including CNC machining, welding, fabrication, fitting, and assembly, the business continues to innovate and deliver high-quality solutions for its clients.

The Role: As a Quality Technician/Quality Engineer, you will be instrumental in ensuring that customer requirements are clearly understood and that relevant manufacturing processes are accurately followed. This role will require you to oversee the inspection and testing stages, audit processes, and ensure compliance with customer specifications and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review customer drawings and specifications to ensure the correct manufacturing processes are set up.
  
  
• Establish, manage, and monitor the inspection and test plan (ITP) for each job.
  
  
• Audit processes to ensure all in-process checks are completed correctly.
  
  
• Compile and present all relevant documentation to the customer, ensuring it aligns with project requirements.
  
  
• Investigate non-conformances in the manufacturing process, working closely with the production and engineering teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
  
  The Person: To succeed in this role, you will need to be a strong team player with a solid foundation in mechanical engineering and manufacturing, either through education, apprenticeships, or relevant work experience. A background in auditing and investigating non-conformances using problem-solving techniques will be beneficial, as will experience in a bespoke manufacturing environment.
  
  Key skills and experience required:
  
  
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering and manufacturing processes.
  
  
• Experience in auditing and investigating non-conformances.
  
  
• Knowledge of welding, machining, and assembly processes.
  
  
• Experience in creating Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) is a significant advantage.
  
  
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  
  The company is committed to developing talent and will provide training to the right candidate, making this an excellent opportunity for both junior and more experienced professionals.
  
  Salary & Benefits:
  
  
• Junior Candidates: £14/hr (with training and development opportunities)
  
  
• Experienced Candidates: Up to £35k per annum (for those who can hit the ground running)
  
  If you are a driven individual with a passion for quality and precision engineering, and you're looking to develop your career in a supportive and dynamic environment, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your professional journey!
  
  How to Apply: Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and why you’re the right fit for this role.
  
  We look forward to hearing from you