Quality & Process Engineer

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We're working with a leading manufacturer in Manchester seeking a

Quality & Process Engineer

to join their team permanently. Reporting to the Head of Quality, this role focuses on improving manufacturing quality, reducing waste, and ensuring robust process and quality controls across production. This is a great opportunity for someone experienced in

APQP, process improvement, and quality systems

like AS9100 or ISO9001, who wants to make a tangible impact in a hands-on engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Drive continuous improvement across production quality and process controls. Lead APQP activities, including

PFMEA

and

Control Plan

creation. Monitor and analyse manufacturing data to improve quality and reduce variation. Implement

SPC , capability studies, and right-first-time strategies to support OEE improvements. Respond to customer quality issues using structured problem-solving tools (e.g., 8D, DMAIC). Support new product and process introductions from a quality engineering perspective. Manage supplier quality issues and participate in Lean and internal audit activities. Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures and quality policies.

Skills & Experience Requirements

Strong background in

Quality Assurance and Quality Management Systems , with hands-on experience in

AS9100

and/or

ISO9001

regulated manufacturing environments. Proven experience conducting and supporting both

internal and external audits , including managing

Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)

and driving closure of findings. Experience working with

Material Review Boards (MRB)

and managing

scrap investigations , root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective/preventive actions. Generalist quality engineering knowledge across the full product lifecycle, with a solid understanding of manufacturing processes and production support. Specific expertise in

Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)

- able to lead and facilitate PFMEA sessions to identify risks and define control measures. ACS are recruiting for a Quality & Process Engineer. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Quality & Process Engineersubmit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Quality & Process Engineer. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Quality & Process Engineer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Quality & Process Engineerrole you desire.

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Location:
United Kingdom
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Manufacturing