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Lead Quality Verification Engineer

Reporting to the Engineering Manager this role will lead the Quality Verification (QV) Engineering team to ensure test and engineering change activities are prioritised and delivered to a high standard, whilst ensuring that health and safety standards are upheld.

The type of person we are looking for as a Lead Quality Verification Engineer 

You will have a flexible and adaptable approach to your workload. You will be curious and open minded and keen to seek out evolving and innovative ways to add value. You will be able to work effectively and inclusively with a range of people. You will be determined and resourceful and driven to deliver the best results for the business. You will be driven to ensure that tasks are completed thoroughly and within deadlines. You will be eager to learn new skills and seek development opportunities in the course of your employment.

The Role (What you’ll be doing)

This role encompasses the following responsibilities:

• Managing the day-to-day activities and priorities of the QV Engineering team, in line with business requirements
• Setting goals and objectives for the team, holding 1-2-1 and team meetings
• Developing the skills and knowledge of the team, career path and succession planning
• Responsible for the QV Team on Work Instruction Control, Engineering Changes and testing of new designs to relevant industry standards
• Taking the lead on FMEAs and control plans
• Act as the link between the Quality and Engineering Departments
• Lead the QV Team in owning the 8D problem solving process on customer returns and failures in production
• Support management of gauge calibration. Understand fundamentals of measurement and associated analysis, i.e. MSA
• Own the change control process ensuring Internal & Supplier Engineering Changes are captured and customer drawing updates are flowed through the business
• Supporting the Design & Development Team with progressing new designs into production by being responsible for the product Verification and Validation
• Organising and participating in regular design reviews, communicating with the team and providing solutions to problems
• Supporting the Purchasing and Quality Departments with supplier technical Issues
• Share information with colleagues and produce recommendations through participation in regular meetings, development of project documents and production of technical reports
• Supporting other areas of the business if the need arises
• Adherence to all health, safety, environmental & quality policies and standards outlined by the company

 
Key Competencies

• BEng Hons degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, e.g. Engineering, Physics or related discipline
• Ability to read and interpret design requirements, drawings and electronic circuits
• A good understanding of battery pack development and/or battery cell design and manufacture
• Ability to deliver rapid, commercially focused results, with problem solving skills
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills, presentation and training skills to work effectively with technical and non-technical colleagues and project partners
• Good interpersonal skills, with a flexible approach to working
• Ability to initiate, plan, organise, implement and deliver programmes of work to tight deadlines
• Significant experience within an engineering/manufacturing environment
• Verification and Validation test planning and reporting
• Providing recommendations for process improvements
• Experience of Product Part Approval Process (PPAP)
• Writing and supporting FMEAs and control plans
• Comfortable interacting with customers and suppliers
• A high level of attention to detail with previous experience of record-keeping for quality purposes and traceability
• Using all Microsoft office packages and familiar with ERP systems

 
If you are interested in applying please contact Ian at Holt Engineering on 07734406996
 

Quality Inspector

Quality Inspector Salary: £28-38k (dependent on experience)

The Company

Specialising in a fast-growing industry, housed in a huge, purpose-built facility, this company is seeking a skilled Quality Inspector to join their team permanently. It is a leading UK manufacturer with plenty of long-term relationships that have resulted in plenty of repeat business, unfazed by competition and forging full steam ahead.

Quality Inspector Role & Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance: Perform final inspections of completed products, conduct internal audits, investigate quality issues, and ensure compliance with industry-specific and fire safety standards.
• Process Improvement: Monitor and continuously improve manufacturing processes, manage document control, and calibrate measuring equipment.
• Product Compliance: Verify that manufactured products meet specifications and standards throughout production and storage.
• Cross-departmental Support: Collaborate with other teams within the business on supplier quality checks and provide quality advice where possible.
• Training & Paperwork: Happy to complete audits, and other necessary paperwork and train other staff if needed
• Other Bits: Familiar with ISO 9001 and/or ISO14001, able to work from technical drawings and possess a full UK driving license

What Next?

Apply now or call/message Hayden at Holt Engineering for more information on the Quality Inspector role on 07955 081 482.

Quality Inspector 

An exciting opportunity for a skilled Quality Inspector has opened up at a well known aerospace company who are based just outside of the Winchester area. The company have been operating for over 50 years and due to the nature of their industry and the complexity of the work every aspect of the manufacturing process must conform to aerospace standards. In terms of the position, the company are ideally looking for someone with a high level of inspection experience within the aerospace sector and are ideally looking for someone to take over as the team leader of the inspection department.  

Skills needed for Quality Inspector 

– Ability to complete F.A.I.Rs
– Previous experience within the aerospace industry is essential
– Supervisory experience 
– Able to process first/stage and final inspection of machined components, assemblies and fabricated part
– Working knowledge of Nadcap required
– Solid working knowledge of AS9100 & AS9102
– Fabrication inspection experience

Salary for Quality Inspector 

– DOE – £35,000 TO £40,000

Working hours for Quality Inspector 

– Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm 

If you are interested in this Quality Inspector opportunity please call James on 07485 390941 or email James.ferrier@holtengineering.co.uk

Quality Inspector

Quality Inspector Salary: £31k – 36k

The Company
Specialising in complex machined components and assemblies for a variety of industries, including aerospace, medical, defence and more. They are committed to providing high-quality, precision engineering solutions to their customers and generate a lot of repeat business in the process. They are currently on the lookout for a Quality Inspector with excellent attention to detail to join their team permanently to help with their ever-increasing workload and to improve current processes where possible.

Quality Inspector Role & Responsibilities

• Comfortable programming CMMs
• Have at least 3 years experience as a Quality Inspector
• Using a range of hand tools to accurately measure components
• Work from technical drawings
• Completing FAIRs and other important documentation
• Flexible working hours, with the choice of a 4 or 5 day week
• Competitive salary of between £31 – 36k

What Next?
For more information on the Quality Inspector role call or message Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482 or click apply now.

Quality Engineer

We are currently partnering with an innovative Precision Engineering business who for the last 45 years have been at the forefront of developing the strongest of reputations for delivering quality components.  They offer high end engineered and manufactured solutions for the aerospace industry and other sectors. They boast a highly skilled team and are now recruiting for a Quality Engineer to join them.
 
As Quality Engineer, you will ensure that all activities are performed in accordance with regulatory and company health and safety policy and requirement. You will drive and support company KPI performance for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People.
 
 
Key responsibilities as Quality Engineer
 

• To employ the use of six sigma & lean tools and techniques, driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Support strategic projects associated to Quality or CI, ensuring the successful delivery of business strategy projects
• Support customer requirements including RCCA, business development initiatives and workshops
• Encourage and implement standard processes and practice across group
• Maintain a safe place of work, ensuring all activities are performed are in accordance with regulatory and company Health and Safety policy and requirement
• Act as appoint of contact on all quality matters both internally and externally
• Implement and lead development of lean and six sigma practices and initiatives within the business
   

Experience as Quality Engineer:

• Knowledge of AS, ISO and NADCAP standards
• ISO9001 lead audit trained preferred
• Six Sigma tool experience
• Wide knowledge of product and processes used in the manufacture of aerospace parts and assemblies

Benefits for Quality Engineer:

• 40.5 hour week
• Competitive Salary
• Pension scheme
• Half days Fridays

 
This is a full-time permanent position for the successful Quality Engineer
For more information simply apply now or call Alison on 07483 025038 or alison.francis@holtengineering.co.uk

Quality Inspector

Quality Inspector Salary: £15.50

The Company

A precision engineering company with decades of experience in the aerospace and defence industries. It design, manufacture, and supply high-quality components for a wide range of applications, including jet engines, aircraft structures, and weapons systems. Committed to providing their customers with the highest quality products and services, and is looking for a talented and motivated Quality Inspector to join its Quality team.

Quality Inspector Role & Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe workplace.
• Conduct First Offs, In-Process, Goods Inwards, and Final Inspections.
• Using an in-house MRP system to document your findings.
• Manual inspection with the use of a range of hand tools.
• Prepare and carry out FAIRs.
• Support all Quality Assurance systems.

Quality Inspector Skills

• Experience with FAIR creation and completion to AS9102 standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of GD&T.
• A background in Inspection and/or Surface Treatments

What Next?

If you’re local to Yeovil and tick the above boxes, apply for the Quality Inspector role now or call Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482 for more information.

Quality Inspector 

An exciting opportunity for a skilled Quality Inspector has opened up at a well known aerospace company who are based just outside of the Winchester area. The company have been operating for over 50 years and due to the nature of their industry and the complexity of the work every aspect of the manufacturing process must conform to aerospace standards. In terms of the position, the company are ideally looking for someone with a high level of inspection experience within the aerospace sector and are ideally looking for someone to take over as the team leader of the inspection department.  

Skills needed for Quality Inspector 

– Ability to complete F.A.I.Rs
– Previous experience within the aerospace industry is essential
– Supervisory experience 
– Able to process first/stage and final inspection of machined components, assemblies and fabricated part
– Working knowledge of Nadcap required
– Solid working knowledge of AS9100 & AS9102
– Fabrication inspection experience

Salary for Quality Inspector 

– DOE – £35,000 TO £40,000

Working hours for Quality Inspector 

– Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm 

If you are interested in this Quality Inspector opportunity please call James on 07485 390941 or email James.ferrier@holtengineering.co.uk

 Quality Inspector

Quality Inspector Salary: £32k

The Company

Specialising in a very niche area of engineering, the successful Quality Inspector will be working with a wide range of components, supplying multiple industries. Spanning several decades, this multinational business is going from strength to strength and searching for a skilled Quality Inspector to join their ranks to ensure their output is going out the door at to the high standards it sets itself.

Quality Inspector Role & Responsibilities

• Cover various parts of the inspection process from goods in, and work-in-progress items through to fully built components.
• Work from technical drawings to make sure the dimensions are correct and visually inspect the component.
• Checking for defects
• Able to use a range of hand tools
• Previous experience on a CMM would be beneficial
• Complete relevant documentation such as CofC and FAIRs

What Next?

Apply now or for more information on the Quality Inspector role, call or message Hayden at Holt Engineering Recruitment on 07955 081 482.

Quality Manager

Quality Manager

The Company:

My client, a full system life-cycle manufacturer of secure communication systems, antennas, image technology and embedded computing are looking for a Quality Manager to join their growing team in Redditch. Their products can be found transmitting high bandwidth data across hostile terrain, enabling secure ticket sales on trains, processing colossal amounts of data or gathering scientific insight in the cold and crushing depths of the ocean floor! 

Purpose of a Quality Manager

The Quality Manager will be leading the expansion of the Quality Team to ensure that products and processes are maintained in line with business and customer requirements.

You will have a proven background in a manufacturing/production environment and be comfortable speaking and presenting to customers.

You will have a good knowledge of auditing and be happy to lead customer and accreditation audits. 

To actively lead and encourage the team, but also be prepared to be hands-on and not afraid to get involved in some of the day-to-day activities required within the business.

Quality Manager Key Responsibilities

• Monitor the quality of products and processes and implement necessary remedial actions when deviations from quality standards are identified.
• Ensure that manufacturing or production processes meet international and national standards.
• Monitor, measure, and report on performance and identify any areas of weakness, recommending and implementing improvements.
• Provide manufacturing support to the production areas with reference to quality issues.
• Ensure procedures are implemented or updated where appropriate.
• Provide support for the Engineering team to create Bills of Materials (BOMs) on the Epicor ERP system including all supporting documentation required for manufacture, assembly, validation, verification, and formal quality processes.
• Manage the process for Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) obtaining sign-off, checking the scope/impact of the changes, and updating relevant documentation on Epicor ERP system.
• Support Production by checking manufacturing documentation packs and Epicor BOMs are correct and sufficient for all manufacturing, assembly, validation, verification, and formal quality processes prior to release for production.
• Collaborate closely with the Production/Engineering teams, to identify and eliminate quality defects, ensuring a streamlined manufacturing process.
• Conduct regular audits of our Quality Procedures to ensure adherence to established standards and protocols.

Quality Manager Requirements:

• Previous experience of managing Quality from within a manufacturing/production environment.
• ISO Lead Auditor – ISO 9001:2015; ISO 14001:2015
• In-depth understanding of engineering/technical documentation
• A natural leader, who can motivate and lead with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as this is a customer faced role.
• Ability to compose clear and concise reports & documentation.
• Able to work under pressure to achieve deadlines consistently.
• Ability to communicate complex technical issues in a simple and concise manner.

The following would be advantageous but are not essential:

• Experience of Advanced Product Quality Planning & Control Plan (APQP), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
• Six Sigma experience
• ISO 45001:2018 Awareness/auditing experience.
• Competent with standard Office software, Engineering CAD, ideally Dassault Systems SolidWorks and ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience of working to IPC610/620 standards
• Experience of working with DEF-STANS

Quality Manager Benefits:

• 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays increasing upon length of service.
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Pension – 5% employee, 4% employer (salary sacrifice)
• Development opportunities relevant to your role
• Enrolled in Employee Share Scheme following 12 months service.
• Access to Westfield Healthcare scheme
• Cycle to work scheme.
• EV scheme.

What Next?

If you’re a well-accomplished Quality Manager, simply apply now or call/message Ollie for more information on 07483 100630. oliver@holtengineering.co.uk

Quality Inspector 

An exciting opportunity for a skilled Quality Inspector has opened up at a well known aerospace company who are based just outside of the Basingstoke area. The company have been operating for over 50 years and due to the nature of their industry and the complexity of the work every aspect of the manufacturing process must conform to aerospace standards. In terms of the position, the company are ideally looking for someone with a high level of inspection experience within the aerospace sector and are ideally looking for someone to take over as the team leader of the inspection department.  

Skills needed for Quality Inspector 

– Ability to complete F.A.I.Rs
– Previous experience within the aerospace industry is essential
– Supervisory experience 
– Able to process first/stage and final inspection of machined components, assemblies and fabricated part
– Working knowledge of Nadcap required
– Solid working knowledge of AS9100 & AS9102
– Fabrication inspection experience

Salary for Quality Inspector 

– DOE – £35,000 TO £40,000

Working hours for Quality Inspector 

– Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm 

If you are interested in this Quality Inspector opportunity please call James on 07485 390941 or email James.ferrier@holtengineering.co.uk