Quality Engineer
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LocationHolywell, United Kingdom
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Company size5,001–10,000 people
PostedAug 13, 2026 · 2mo ago
Verified live4d ago
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Experience working within a certified Quality Management System (IATF 16949 and/or ISO 9001)
Experience in the automotive or similar manufacturing environment (3+ years preferred)
Working knowledge of automotive core tools (APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA)
Experience of structured problem-solving (8D, PPS, Kaizen, A3)
Audit experience (internal and/or external standards such as IATF 16949 / ISO 9001)
Supplier and/or customer quality experience
Ability to interpret technical drawings, standards, and specifications
Strong IT skills (e.g., Microsoft Office; exposure to Minitab, SAP or similar systems beneficial)
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Analytical mindset with good data interpretation capability
Effective organisational and planning skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Confident in presenting to internal and external stakeholders
Proactive and solution-focused approach to problem-solving
Resilient and able to work under pressure
Team-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
Degree, HND, or equivalent in an engineering discipline
Lean / Six Sigma training or experience
VDA knowledge
Skills
Microsoft Office
Minitab
SAP
Job Requirements
Responsibilities
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Promote a proactive safety culture by identifying hazards and supporting resolution of safety concerns
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Participate in site safety activities, including risk assessments, to ensure safe working practices
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Maintain and improve QMS documentation to reflect changing requirements as needed (procedures, work instructions, PFMEAs, control plans)
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Support compliance with IATF 16949 standards and Customer Specific Requirements (CSRs) to ensure continued adherence.
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Conduct internal audits in line with the audit schedule from initial planning through to close out, guaranteeing robust business processes that meet industry standards
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Lead and support structured problem-solving activities (8D, PPS, Kaizen, A3) delivering reports in a timely manner
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Contribute to CAPA activities, ensuring effective root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions
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Monitor and analyse key quality metrics (e.g., PPM, customer complaints, cost of poor quality, yield loss) and drive improvements
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Manage non-conforming material from containment and investigation through to final disposition
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Lead and support development and maintenance of core quality tools (APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA)
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Support relevant APQP activities and ensure timely, compliant PPAP submissions
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Work with suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve performance
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Support customer audits, visits, and external assessments
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Collaborate effectively with internal departments, customers, and suppliers
Qualifications / Experience
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Experience working within a certified Quality Management System (IATF 16949 and/or ISO 9001) (required)
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Experience in the automotive or similar manufacturing environment (3+ years preferred) (required)
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Working knowledge of automotive core tools (APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA) (required)
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Experience of structured problem-solving (8D, PPS, Kaizen, A3) (required)
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Audit experience (internal and/or external standards such as IATF 16949 / ISO 9001) (required)
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Supplier and/or customer quality experience (required)
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Ability to interpret technical drawings, standards, and specifications (required)
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Strong IT skills (e.g., Microsoft Office; exposure to Minitab, SAP or similar systems beneficial) (required)
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Degree, HND, or equivalent in an engineering discipline (Desirable)
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Experience in the automotive or similar manufacturing environment (3+ years preferred) (Desirable)
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Lean / Six Sigma training or experience (Desirable)
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VDA knowledge (Desirable)
Key Behaviours & Competencies
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Strong communication and collaboration skills
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Analytical mindset with good data interpretation capability
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Effective organisational and planning skills
•
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
•
Confident in presenting to internal and external stakeholders
•
Proactive and solution-focused approach to problem-solving
•
Resilient and able to work under pressure
•
Team-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset