Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

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Job Title: Principal Quality Assurance Engineer
Location: Stevenage or Bolton - 2 days onsite a week
Pay Rate: Up to £45p/h Inside IR35
Contract Length: 6 Months Rolling
Join Our Team as a Principal Quality Assurance Engineer and Drive Supply Chain to New Heights!
Are you a meticulous Quality Assurance Engineer with a passion for precision and excellence? Are you ready to play a pivotal role in ensuring top-tier quality standards in a well-established engineering organization? Look no further! We invite you to join our team in Stevenage and be a key driver of engineering excellence.
About Us:
As a distinguished leader in the engineering industry, we are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and pioneering projects. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a strong reputation, and we're looking for a talented Quality Assurance Engineer to contribute to our continued success.
The Role:
So, what will you be doing as a Principal Quality Assurance Engineer?
Planning and completing scheduled Quality Assurance audits and surveillance activities at suppliers using standardised tools Conducting verification and inspection activities to ensure products meet defined quality requirements Identifying, documenting, and managing non-conformities related to manufacturing processes and product specifications Maintaining accurate, traceable, and well-organised quality records and documentation Communicating audit and inspection findings to relevant departments and stakeholders Working cross-functionally with suppliers to drive root cause analysis and corrective actions Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supplier and product quality Participating in the Project Quality network, reporting and sharing supplier quality status Providing data analysis and summary reports on non-conformance, root cause, and corrective actions to senior stakeholders
What are we looking for in our next Principal Quality Assurance Engineer?
AS9100 trained auditor status (essential) Proven experience conducting supplier quality audits and surveillance A minimum of HNC/HND in Engineering (desirable) Background in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electronic Engineering environments A strong track record in Quality, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing roles Experience within defence, aerospace, or automotive sectors (highly desirable) Working knowledge of GD&T and the ability to use a range of metrology equipment (where applicable) Hands-on experience with quality problem-solving and improvement methodologies (8D, RCA, DMAIC, etc.) Strong understanding of the product lifecycle management process Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to generate reports using Excel, SAP QM, and document management tools A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement NADCAP experience (desirable) Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively Excellent communication and influencing skills at all levels of the organisation A clear understanding of regulatory and certification requirements, with the ability to respond appropriatelyMy client is keen to get this position filled ASAP, so if you feel you have the skills and desire to provide passion and drive as the next Supply Chain Quality Engineer, this is the opportunity for you!
***PLEASE NOTE***
Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy
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Location:
Stevenage
Salary:
£40 - £45 /hour
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Military/Emergency/Government

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