Quality Engineer (Manufacturing)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Saffron Walden, CB10 1NQ, United Kingdom
5 days ago
£37,000 – £40,000 pa

Salary

£37,000 – £40,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Posted
3 Jun 2026 (5 days ago)

Benefits

33 Days Holiday 5% Pension

Quality Engineer (Manufacturing)
£37,000 - £40,000 + 33 Days Holiday + 5% Pension + Days Based + Monday to Friday
Saffron Walden

Are you a Quality Engineer from a manufacturing background looking for an engaging and rewarding role, working for an industry leading manufacturer that produce cutting edge technology, which directly changes the world for the better?

In this role you will be working in a close-knit team of 3 to improve quality functions across a busy production site. You will help improve the QMS across the business, assist with auditing to ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 standards, plus handle customer complaints and perform RCAs.

Founded 40 years ago, this company are world leaders in the development and manufacture of specialist materials for use in the medical industry. Their products are distributed globally and used by millions, meaning they have a stable and profitable future.

This role would suit a Quality Engineer looking for an engaging role offering plenty of job satisfaction, working within a progressive company offering meaningful work and a variety of day-to-day challenges.


The Role:

  • Working in a team of 3 to improve quality across a busy production site
  • Conducting audits to ISO 9001/13485 standards
  • Recording NCRs, conducting risk assessments, and handling customer complaints
  • Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm

The Person:

  • Quality Engineer
  • Manufacturing background

Reference Number: BBBH25659

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If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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