Quality Engineer

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Quality Engineer - Automotive Assembly - to £50k

We are recruiting a

Quality Engineer - Automotive Assembly

to support the launch of a new automotive assembly operation. This role offers a unique opportunity to embed quality into processes from day one, working in a fast-paced and evolving manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Establish and maintain quality control processes in line with

IATF 16949

and

ISO 9001

Conduct audits and inspections of assembly operations

Monitor quality KPIs including scrap, defects, and customer complaints

Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)

Support new product launches and engineering changes (APQP)

Maintain quality documentation (Control Plans, FMEA, PPAP)

Collaborate with suppliers, customers, and internal teams on quality issues

Train production staff on quality standards and best practices

Requirements

Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Manufacturing Engineering, or similar

Minimum

3 years' experience

in automotive quality engineering

Strong knowledge of

IATF 16949, ISO 9001 , and core quality tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC)

Knowledge of

VDA 6.3 / VDA 6.5

auditing standards

Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Desirable

ASQ CQE and/or Six Sigma Green Belt

Supplier quality or automotive assembly experience

WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Location:
United Kingdom
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering