Our client, a specialist engineering firm, is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer for their manufacturing quality function. This is a pivotal role requiring a blend of hands-on technical expertise and the ability to manage high-level customer and supplier relationships.

As Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring manufacturing quality remains world-class. You will bridge the gap between complex engineering designs and shop-floor execution, ensuring every part meets rigorous customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Root Cause Analysis: Manage non-conformances and customer complaints using 8Ds and 5Whys.
• Liaison & Reporting: Act as the technical point of contact for customers and suppliers while reporting shortfalls to manufacturing supervision.
• Technical Instructions: Translate customer requirements into detailed manufacturing instructions and Quality Control Plans.
• Auditing: Lead system, process, and supplier audits to ensure end-to-end compliance.
• Training: Mentor and train operators in inspection techniques and the use of measurement equipment.

Required Experience

• 5+ years of recent experience as a Quality Engineer in a mechanical manufacturing environment or equivalent experience.
• Expert ability to interpret complex mechanical drawings and produce credible inspection reports.
• Strong project management skills with the confidence to liaise with external stakeholders.

Highly Desirable

• Proficiency in PC-DMIS (Level 2).
• Knowledge of programming CMM’s ideally with a certificate of competence in CMM programming.
• A formal Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship is essential.
• ISO 9000 Auditor qualification.

Working Hours:

• Monday–Thursday: 08:00–16:30
• Friday: 08:00–15:30

Benefits:

• 4% matched pension scheme after probation
• Discretionary bonus scheme

Holidays: 

• 23 days p/a + bank holidays 

This is a full-time permanent position based onsite in South Oxfordshire. All candidates should be available to work Monday – Friday on-site as remote working is not available.

Ripple Recruitment is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. My client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Due to high volumes of interest, we can only respond to shortlisted applicants.