Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer job Opportunity based in Snodland, Kent – Accelerate your career in quality in this hand on role in manufacturing.

Are you passionate about quality and ready to take the next step in your career? Perhaps you’re currently thriving as a Quality Technician and feel it’s time to progress into a more dynamic Quality Engineering role. Or maybe you’re driven by the prospect of a fresh challenge with one of Kent’s leading manufacturers. Either way, this opportunity offers an exceptional chance to gain valuable experience and advance your career in quality engineering.

Paying attractive salary and a range of benefits including pension, PMI, 25 days holiday, this is a chance to be at the centre of quality and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities – What You’ll Be Doing as a Quality Engineer

Lead quality efforts: Take charge of product and process adherence, ensuring top standards are met.

Support ISO systems: Assist with maintaining and improving ISO 9001 (Quality) and ISO 14001 (Environmental) management systems.

Drive corrective actions: Use proven techniques like 8D, 5Y, and Cause & Effect to resolve issues and implement robust solutions.(support provided to help you gain Quality Management techniques)

Audit excellence: Conduct internal quality and environmental audits and lead site ISO audits.

Data-driven improvements: Analyse quality performance, investigate non-conformances, and implement meaningful enhancements.

Support new projects: Work on new product introductions and contribute to their implementation.

Collaborate and train: Partner with manufacturing operators to ensure smooth processes and quality excellence.

What We’re Looking For – Do You Have What It Takes?

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Ideally a relevant technical qualification such as HNC/HND. Although experience in manufacturing or quality without technical qualifications will be considered
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment. Ideally a ISO 9001 and/or ISO 14001 standard.
• Knowledge of material / metal testing and comfortable measuring manufacturing products using calipers or gauges.
• An inquisitive engineering mind, eager to asses products and suggest ways to improve quality.
• An open and diplomatic approach to colleagues, promoting the importance of quality through collaboration.

What Makes This Job Role Stand Out?

As this is a newly created role this is an opportunity to grow within, innovate, and develop in the Quality Team. You’ll have the chance to challenge processes, enhance reliability, and make a tangible impact on product success—all while working in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Such jobs are infrequently in the market place.

What could your background be?

This is an exciting opportunity for a manufacturing or engineering professional with some knowledge of quality, looking to take the next step in their career. Perhaps you’re a Quality Technician eager to build on your testing and measurement experience in manufacturing while expanding your expertise in techniques such as SPC, FMEA, 8D, and 5Y. Of course, more experienced professionals are also welcome to apply, bringing their expertise to a role that offers further growth and challenges. With a supportive environment to help you excel, this position is a fantastic stepping stone for ambitious individuals in their career in quality

Ready to Apply for this Quality Engineer Job

Ready to take on this exciting role as a Quality Engineer apply immediately! Click the apply now button and send us your CV.

To learn more about this opportunity and back up your application with a personal introduction, feel free to contact Kevin McHugh at Senex Recruitment by calling 01424 211872.