Quality Engineer
CV-LibraryGloucester, GloucestershirepermanentPosted: 27 July 2026
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The position is full time, permanent.
Salary: £45,000.
Working hours: Monday to Thursday 07:30-16:00 and Friday 07:30-13:00.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and conduct internal and external audits to industry standards.
* Partner with Engineering and Production teams to resolve technical issues and ensure compliance with customer specifications.
* Support New Product Introduction using APQP frameworks to identify risks and establish robust inspection methods.
* Coordinate and approve PPAP packages, including initial sample inspections and run-at-rate validations.
* Develop, review, and maintain DFMEAs, PFMEAs, and Control Plans throughout the product lifecycle.
* Analyse quality data using SPC to monitor process capability, reduce variation, and eliminate recurring defects.
* Lead structured problem-solving initiatives using 8D methodologies and Lean tools to prevent repeat issues.
Experience
* Proven experience conducting internal and external (supplier) audits.
* Strong working knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards (essential).
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
* Practical experience applying APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC.
* Engineering-related qualification (HNC, HND, or Degree) or 4 years of experience as a Quality Engineer
The position is full time, permanent.
Salary: £45,000.
Working hours: Monday to Thursday 07:30-16:00 and Friday 07:30-13:00.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and conduct internal and external audits to industry standards.
* Partner with Engineering and Production teams to resolve technical issues and ensure compliance with customer specifications.
* Support New Product Introduction using APQP frameworks to identify risks and establish robust inspection methods.
* Coordinate and approve PPAP packages, including initial sample inspections and run-at-rate validations.
* Develop, review, and maintain DFMEAs, PFMEAs, and Control Plans throughout the product lifecycle.
* Analyse quality data using SPC to monitor process capability, reduce variation, and eliminate recurring defects.
* Lead structured problem-solving initiatives using 8D methodologies and Lean tools to prevent repeat issues.
Experience
* Proven experience conducting internal and external (supplier) audits.
* Strong working knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards (essential).
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
* Practical experience applying APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC.
* Engineering-related qualification (HNC, HND, or Degree) or 4 years of experience as a Quality Engineer