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Quality Engineer

Hereford
6 months ago
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Commutable from Hereford, Leominster, Ross-On-Wye, Cinderford, Abergavenny, Ebbw Vale, Worcester, Brynmawr

Benefits:-

25 Days + Bank Holidays
8% matched Pension
Private Medical
Private Dental
Bonus
Company sick pay
Career progression opportunitiesThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a world leader in an Quality Engineer role. This position will provide you with excellent job security, a days based role, a market leading salary alongside a fantastic benefits package including a matched pension, medical and dental cover. This role will provide you the opportunity to be responsible and accountable for daily monitoring of process quality performance for an established manufacturer.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Daily monitoring, measurement and reporting of non-conformance performance.
Leading problem-solving activities, independently or as a team, using the full range of industry proven techniques, to a successful resolution.
Development of business optimal systems in line with customer and regulatory requirements.
Auditing of internal processes, suppliers and hosting external audits.
Conduct paperwork, product and system verification and validation activities.
Conduct investigations into compliance, in line with business' QMS and quality rules.Requirements

NAPCAP Experience
HNC/Degree in materials science/engineering
Metallurgy experience
Problem solving skills
Experience in a quality engineering role
Strong Problem-solving and analytical skills with significant relevant and recent experience in tools such as 5Y, RCCA, APQP, MSA, PFMEA and PPAP.26565/617

Suitable candidates should apply immediately by calling Jack Lavis for this vacancy - on (phone number removed) or by sending your CV directly to him at (url removed)

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