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Quality Engineer

Stroud
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Job Title: Quality Engineer

Location: Stroud

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £32,000 - £40,000 per annum (DOE)

About the Role

An established precision engineering manufacturer based in Stroud is currently seeking a Quality Engineer to join their team. This role plays a key part in maintaining product quality and supporting continuous improvement across CNC machining operations.

Working closely with production, inspection, and engineering teams, you'll be responsible for ensuring parts meet tight tolerances and customer specifications, while also helping to drive internal quality standards forward.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out in-process and final inspections of machined components
Support root cause analysis and implementation of corrective/preventive actions
Interpret and review engineering drawings and customer specifications
Participate in internal audits and assist with maintaining quality system compliance
Liaise with production to resolve quality issues and improve processes
Maintain accurate quality records and reports using digital systems

What We're Looking For

Minimum 3 years of experience in a Quality Engineering or similar role within manufacturing
Strong understanding of quality tools and non-conformance management
Ability to interpret technical drawings and tolerancing (GD&T)
Familiar with ISO 9001 or AS9100 standards
Confident communicator with good problem-solving skills
Competent with Microsoft Office and quality reporting systems

Desirable Experience

Background in aerospace, automotive, or regulated industries
Experience using CMM or other precision measuring equipment
Exposure to lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

Competitive salary (£32,000 - £40,000 DOE)
25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
Company pension scheme
Employee well-being and assistance programme
Optional overtime
Free onsite parking
Opportunities for training and long-term career progressionReady to take the next step in your quality career?

Apply today with your CV and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

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