Full job descriptionQuality Engineer


Location:
Marden, Kent
Permanent - Full-time position
Working pattern:
Predominantly on-site, supporting manufacturing operations


TPA Recruit is supporting an established engineering manufacturer in the appointment of an experienced Quality Engineer on a contract basis. The position is focused on production and supplier quality, structured problem solving, corrective action, auditing and practical continuous improvement.


The role would suit a hands-on Quality Engineer who is comfortable working directly with production and engineering teams, can investigate defects to root cause and has strong knowledge of recognised quality core tools.


Key Responsibilities
*Develop and implement quality standards and quality control systems across manufacturing operations.
*Monitor and analyse quality performance, KPIs and defect trends to identify improvement priorities.
*Inspect and test materials, equipment, processes and products against defined quality requirements.
*Investigate product and production issues and drive effective corrective actions and sustainable improvements.
*Work closely with Production, Engineering, Sales and Purchasing to build quality into processes and products.
*Create and maintain work instructions, control plans and other quality/process documentation.
*Chair quality improvement meetings and ensure improvement actions are documented and progressed using PDCA.
*Create internal and external audit plans, conduct audits and support supplier audit activity.
*Work with suppliers to improve quality performance and close identified gaps.
*Promote a strong quality culture and lead by example across the manufacturing environment.
Skills and Experience
*Previous Quality Engineering experience within manufacturing or engineering.
*Practical experience of root-cause investigation, corrective action and structured problem solving.
*Good knowledge of Control Plans, SPC, FMEA, MSA, PPAP, APQP and 8D.
*Experience creating quality/process documentation and supporting production teams.
*Internal, external or supplier auditing experience would be strongly advantageous.
*Ability to analyse defects and quality data, identify trends and convert findings into practical actions.
*SAP experience in a manufacturing environment is required for this contract assignment.
*Confident communicator able to work effectively with Production, Engineering, Purchasing, suppliers and customers.
Why Join This Business?
*Immediate Permanent opportunity within an established UK engineering manufacturer.
*Hands-on role with direct impact on product, process and supplier quality.
*Broad exposure across production, engineering, purchasing and supplier quality activity.
*Opportunity to use the full quality core-tool set in a practical manufacturing environment.
*Competitive estimated rate of £35.00-£40.00 per hour depending on experience.