Quality Engineer

Location: West Midlands (Dudley Area)

Salary: £37,000 - £40,000 per annu + Benefits

Hours: 08:30am to 5pm (Mon to Fri)

About the Role

A leading manufacturing company in the West Midlands is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join their Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ) team. This is a key position supporting the ongoing development and improvement of Quality, Health & Safety, and Environmental Management Systems.

Key Responsibilities

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Manage customer quality concerns from initial containment to preventive actions, using 8D methodology.

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Conduct internal audits for Quality (ISO 9001), Health & Safety (ISO 45001), and Environmental (ISO 14001) systems.

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Analyse quality data to identify improvement opportunities and trends.

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Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedures and Control Plans.

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Monitor supplier quality from goods-in through production; lead corrective actions where necessary.

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Carry out supplier site audits and maintain performance reports.

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Work cross-functionally to deliver measurable quality improvements.

Skills & Experience Required

Essential:

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Strong quality engineering background in manufacturing (steel industry advantageous).

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Hands-on experience with measuring equipment and inspection processes.

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Customer-facing experience handling quality concerns, audits, and improvements.

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In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 and formal problem-solving techniques (e.g., 8D).

Desirable:

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Knowledge of SAP Quality Management.

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Familiarity with multi-metal steel specifications.

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Experience with ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 auditing.

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Excellent communication, analytical, and computer skills.

What’s on Offer

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Salary: £37,000 to £40,000 per annum

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Health Care Plan, Salary Sacrifice Car Leasing and 25 days holiday + BH

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Opportunity to influence quality systems in a forward-thinking manufacturing business.

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Career growth and professional development support