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Quality Engineer – SME Manufacturing | North West | up to £43k

Right First Time – Every Time

Are you a Quality Engineer who thrives in a hands-on environment where quality is more than just a tick box? Do you want to be part of a business that takes real pride in its products, processes and people?

Our client, a highly respected SME manufacturer based in the North West, is looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to join their close-knit team. Known for their commitment to excellence and "Right First Time" philosophy, they serve a range of regulated sectors, including Aerospace, FMCG, Renewables and Subsea

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Leading and managing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), root cause analysis, and timely corrective actions

  • Facilitating structured problem solving using 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone techniques

  • Monitoring and analysing SPC data to drive continuous improvement

  • Working closely with the shop floor to embed quality into every process

  • Liaising directly with customers, ensuring standards are upheld and concerns are swiftly addressed

  • Supporting audits and maintaining compliance with sector-specific regulations

    What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience in a quality engineering role within manufacturing

  • Strong knowledge of NCR management, problem solving tools, and SPC

  • Comfortable working hands-on with production teams

  • Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset

  • Familiarity with regulated industries (e.g. aerospace, medical, automotive)

  • A passion for getting it Right First Time

    What’s on Offer

  • A genuinely great business culture where quality is embedded, not enforced

  • Variety and autonomy in your role – no two days the same

  • A chance to make a real impact in a growing, forward-thinking SME

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

    Ready to join a business that puts quality first?
    Apply now and become part of a team that doesn’t just talk about quality – they live it

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