JOB – Quality Assurance Engineer

LOCATION - Poole

TERM - Permanent

SALARY- £35,000 - £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

A new opportunity has arisen to join a globally recognized precision engineering company. The company is looking for Quality Engineer to join their new and expanding team.

Ideally the Quality Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

Experience in conducting internal audits and supplier audits
Experience in working with problem solving methodologies such as 8D, DMAIC, Ishikawa, 5Why’s etc.
Excellent communicator with experience in presenting to all levels of a business including management and shop-floor employees.
Proficient in Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Good attention to detail and the ability to be able to manage own time and deliverables effectively.
A strong desire to progress and succeed.
Demonstrable positive attitude and ability to work calmly under pressure.
Good usage and knowledge of ISO14001, ISO45001, ASME ‘N’ & ‘NPT’, PED, ATEX and Functional Safety would be beneficial but not essential.
Experience in working with APQP related elements such as PPAP, Control Plans, DFMEA, PFMEA would be beneficial but not essential.
Mechanical Engineering background would be preferred.
Knowledge of NDE testing – formal training may be provided if not qualified.
NDE / PCN Level 2 Qualified would be beneficial but not essential.The Quality Assurance role will involve:

Carry out internal audits in accordance with the internal audit plan.
Be involved in investigations into issues raised by the shop floor ensuring a clear root cause has been identified and effective corrective actions are implemented by using effective problem-solving tools such as 8D, DMAIC, Ishikawa, and 5 Whys.
Support the Quality department in the ongoing upkeep and maintenance of the Integrated Management System (IMS) to maintain compliance with ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001 and other subscribed requirements.
Support the Quality Assurance team during customer and regulatory audits and assessments in all aspects of the IMS.
Create and manage high-value customer documentation packs which require approval by the high-value customer prior to product shipment.
Carry out continuous improvement activities to reduce the cost of poor quality whilst also supporting the Quality team.If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible, along with your availability and your salary expectation