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Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Location: Sheffield

Salary: Up to £46,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Manufacturing Quality Engineer to join a leading medical equipment manufacturer based in Sheffield. This role is pivotal in ensuring product quality, supporting regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement within a highly regulated industry.

The successful candidate will have a strong quality background and the ability to collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and customers to maintain the highest standards of quality and compliance in line with ISO and QSR requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and document training on work instructions, policies, and procedures to ensure team members are fully competent before working independently.
• Use quality tools to implement process improvements, including process flowcharting, Pareto analysis, SPC, DOE, and gauge R&R.
• Act as the primary customer liaison for quality issues and manage complaints efficiently.
• Collect, analyse, and present data using statistical methodologies to support product and process improvements.
• Support the development of QMS deliverables and APQP activities, including risk analysis, FMEA, CAPA, and validation plans.
• Conduct process capability studies to determine machine and process performance.
• Develop inspection criteria connecting customer requirements to manufacturing processes, including sampling plans and gauging methods.
• Support continuous improvement and productivity initiatives.
• Perform internal audits, quality reviews, and prepare reports for compliance and performance monitoring.
• Review engineering drawings for correct application of GD&T, material specifications, and key inspection characteristics.
• Recommend improvements to processes, products, and quality standards.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve production and quality challenges.
• Ensure strict adherence to the Quality Management System (QMS) and regulatory standards.

Experience & Requirements

• Degree in Engineering OR Science discipline OR recognised engineering apprenticeship.
• Experience in a highly regulated industry, ideally medical equipment (Aerospace or Automotive also considered).
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes – ideally casting or forging experience.
• Familiarity with ISO, QSR, and FDA regulatory requirements.
• Experienced in PPAP, GD&T, validation processes, and statistical quality tools.

Skills & Competencies

• Quality Management – Extensive
• Process Management – Working
• Statistical Analysis – Extensive
• Problem Solving – Extensive
• Lean Manufacturing – Working
• Attention to Detail – High
• Strong Communication & Customer Interaction Skills
• Computer literacy and data analysis capability

Package & Benefits

• Salary: Up to £46,000 / Year
• Bonus: 7.5% annual discretionary bonus
• Holidays: 33 days including bank holidays + Summer and Christmas shutdowns
• Pension: 7% employer contribution (minimum 4% employee) after 3 months
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week

o Mon–Thu: 07:00–16:00

o Fri: 07:30–12:00

Manufacturing Quality Engineer
£60,000
North West London

Are you a quality professional who has worked your way into quality from a shopfloor machining or manufacturing role? That mix of experience is going to be a real advantage in this role, which isn't your usual run of the mill quality position.

The Business;
The business are a start up precision manufacturing business, making a storm in the world of CNC machining. Their business model is different to the usual precision machining business… as they are looking to set up multiple smaller machine shops across the UK and Internationally! They are supplying critical parts into the Aerospace and Defence industries mainly, so the work they do is high precision and high importance.

The Role;
This is a factory-based role, ensuring quality standards are correct throughout all the manufacturing facilities. You will ensure the QMS is maintained and developed, and all parts are manufactured to correct quality standards. You will carry out internal and external audits, support compliance through the business and carry out supplier quality duties as well. You need to understand process and paperwork!

What we need from you;

• Previously lead and maintained AS9100 and ISO9001 quality systems

• Conducted internal and external audits
• Driven continuous improvement to reduce scrap and improve first-time yield
• Support customer audits and provide documentation when required

Sounds good right? Click apply and Chris Smith will be in touch with the details! Not interested but know someone who is? We offer a generous referral scheme if they are to be successful!

• Develop and manage the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Oversee all quality control activities for manufactured products.
• Lead and mentor the quality assurance team.
• Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with standards (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Investigate non-conformities and implement CAPA.
• Monitor production processes for quality adherence.
• Collaborate with R&D, production, and supply chain on quality matters.
• Analyze quality data and report on key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives within quality operations.
• Manage external quality audits and customer feedback.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Quality Assurance Manager in manufacturing.
• In-depth knowledge of QMS and quality standards (ISO 9001).
• Experience with SPC and lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficiency in quality audit procedures.
• Effective communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• Commitment to driving quality excellence.

• Developing, implementing, and maintaining the company's Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with relevant standards (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Overseeing all quality control activities, including raw material inspection, in-process checks, and final product testing.
• Establishing and monitoring key quality metrics (KPIs) and performance indicators.
• Leading and conducting internal audits and supporting external regulatory audits.
• Investigating customer complaints and non-conformances, implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Managing the calibration and maintenance program for all quality control equipment.
• Training and supervising the quality assurance team, fostering a culture of quality consciousness.
• Collaborating with production, engineering, and R&D departments to ensure quality is integrated into all stages of product development and manufacturing.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing lean manufacturing/six sigma initiatives to enhance product quality and efficiency.
• Ensuring compliance with all industry-specific regulations and standards.
• Preparing quality reports for senior management and relevant stakeholders.

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., ISO 9001, HACCP, BRC).
• Oversee all quality control activities, including raw material inspection, in-process testing, and finished product analysis.
• Lead and manage the Quality Assurance team, providing training, setting performance goals, and fostering a culture of quality.
• Conduct regular internal audits to assess compliance with QMS and identify areas for improvement.
• Investigate customer complaints and non-conformance issues, determining root causes and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Ensure all products meet specified quality standards and customer requirements before release.
• Collaborate with Production, R&D, and Supply Chain departments to ensure quality is integrated throughout the product lifecycle.
• Manage external audits from regulatory bodies and certification organizations.
• Develop and deliver quality-related training programs for all employees.
• Monitor key quality metrics and generate reports for senior management.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest quality standards, regulations, and best practices in the food manufacturing industry.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control within the food manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and regulations (e.g., HACCP, GMP, BRC, ISO 22000).
• Proven experience in developing and managing Quality Management Systems.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and problem-solving techniques.
• Experience with auditing processes and implementing CAPA systems.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• This role requires the candidate to be physically present at the facility in Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK , and is not eligible for remote work.