Senior Quality Engineer / Manager
Lead the quality department in a growing precision engineering company, taking ownership of quality assurance and compliance.
Responsibilities:
* Develop, implement, and maintain QMS in compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, and ISO 13485 standards.
* Perform root cause analysis and drive corrective and preventive actions to resolve quality issues.
* Oversee inspections and ensure high-quality material/component release.
* Manage calibration of measuring equipment and coordinate contract calibration services.
* Train employees in quality control standards and procedures.
* Manage material/component traceability using the company's ERP system.
* Maintain and update company registers, including calibration, CAPA, and approved suppliers.
* Lead internal and external audits with customers, suppliers, and accreditation bodies.
* Analyse production and quality data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
* Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimise processes and enhance product quality.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
* Minimum of 5 years' experience in quality engineering, ideally within Aerospace, Medical Devices, or a similar precision engineering sector.
* Strong understanding of machining processes and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
* CMM programming and inspection experience is highly desirable.
* Knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, and ISO 13485 regulatory standards.