Quality Engineer

Posted 26 March 2026
Salary £40000 - £45000 per annum
LocationNelson
Job type Permanent
Discipline EngineeringManufacturing
ReferenceBBBH23045_1774543414

Job description

This role involves overseeing a comprehensive quality management system to ensure products consistently meet customer requirements, regulatory standards and internal procedures. You will monitor system performance, drive improvements, and support teams through training, communication and the implementation of effective quality practices across the organisation.

Who This Role Would Suit
This position would suit a detail-oriented and proactive professional with a strong background in quality management within manufacturing or engineering environments. It is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, leading teams, and driving continuous improvement, while confidently communicating with stakeholders at all levels to promote a culture of quality and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement and maintain the Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001 standards
  • Lead non-conformance investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventative actions
  • Manage supplier quality through audits, approvals and ongoing performance monitoring
  • Oversee inspection processes across incoming, in-process and finished goods
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in Quality position within Manufacturing environment
  • Strong QMS experience, systems skills and ISO standards knowledge.
  • Internal or Lead Auditor certificate
  • Time Served Engineer / Apprentice trained background


Location: Nelson
Contract: Permanent, Full Time with Flexible working hours & Hybrid working
Working Hours: 08:00-17:15 (Mon-Thurs), 08:00-13:00 (Fri)
Salary: £40k - £45k (dependent on experience)
Benefits: 31 days holidays (inclusive of BH), Pension matched until 6.5% (13% and above).

APPLY NOW and feel free to contact Jacob at 0161 4166249 or email at jacob@es-recruit.com