Quality Engineer Sr - E3

Requisition ID: 8843ERP Eligible?: YesType: ExemptShift: 1Clearance Prior to Start: DVFinal Clearance: DVExperience Level: Experienced ProfessionalFT/PT/Casual: FullTimeDepartment: MFC-LMUK AmpthillBusiness Unit: MFC-LMUK AmpthillLocationAmpthill - on siteAbout the roleApplies quality principles in the areas of: design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation, program performance, reliability, inventory control, and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality for make and/or buy products. Performs technical evaluations including product requirements, specifications, models/designs, drawings and procedures. Collaborates with program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and customers on quality related issues to ensure quality standards are in place. Engages in product failure investigations, material review board decisions and corrective/preventive action. Ensures corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and/or are compliant with requirements. Develops strategies and systems designed to improve internal and/or supplier performance and productivity. Evaluates quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Designs and analyzes inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment; conducts product quality tests, performs statistical analysis to assess products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications. Engages in supplier selection process and maintain certification programs.Additionally role will provide Off site Support by being a team member of an away working party for extended periods of up to but no longer than 30 working days in any one particular working party. Approximate continuous duration until end Aug 2028 at which point role is expected to be  based at Ampthill site location.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary point of contact for all quality issues on projectAssuring project remains compliant to all business and contractual processes and proceduresManage non-conformances end-to-end, including facilitating Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) processesReview and approve quality documentation to ensure compliance with internal and external standardsParticipate in design reviews, providing quality-focused input and guidanceContribute to bids and proposals by advising on quality requirements and considerationsBasic QualificationsProven ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks and projects while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detailConfident communicator, able to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels—from shop floor to senior management—across technical and non-technical audiencesStrong decision-making skills, with the ability to take ownership and drive issues through to resolutionExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearlyProficient in IT systems, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)Experience with SAP Quality Module is desirable but not essentialDemonstrated experience in root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA/RCCA) is essentialFamiliarity with Quality Management Systems (e.g. ISO standards) is advantageousDesired SkillsA background in Materials, CNC Manufacturing & Machining, or low volume high value manufacturing & production, would help, but isn’t strictly necessary to successful applicationKnowledge of how to read CAD Drawings and DataGood eye for detailStakeholder management skills