An experienced Quality Engineer to lead quality improvement activities is required to join a small team in support of the wider Manufacturing group. The post will be largely interfacing with the factory and therefore experience of Quality Engineering in a precision machining application would be ideal. The successful applicant will be reporting to the Quality Manager. What will you do? * To gather factory data, review it and report back on process changes that are necessary to hit targets. * To describe and undertake capability studies and support Engineering with tolerance conclusions * Undertake Product, Process, QMS and Supplier Audits pursuing a stakeholder for corrective actions and close out for all audit failings. * Development and maintenance of control plans and Standard Operating Procedures for QC processes. * Provide responses to customer complaints, by leading an investigation utilizing problem solving techniques to define corrective and preventative actions. Completing 8D responses to a high standard. * Be responsible for PPAP submissions and approvals for Suppliers and External Customers, when required. What will you need? * Practical background with good knowledge of factory processes * Minimum 3 years’ experience as a QE in a manufacturing context preferably within precision engineering * Proven problem solving abilities with means to satisfy customer demands with 8D response * Experience of leading Quality Improvement activities * Trained auditor with ISO9001 auditing experience * Good communication skills at all levels * Good attention to detail with a methodical approach Adaptable and resourceful, working on own initiative