Trainee Quality Engineer

Trainee Quality Engineer

Role and Responsibilities

• Supporting the implementation and maintenance of ISO9001 and AS9100 approval at current revision level.
• Supporting the ongoing management and improvement of Standard Operating Procedures and the Quality Management System, in accordance with industry standards, under the guidance of the Senior Quality Engineer
• Ownership of the company calibration process, liaising with internal departments and external suppliers to maintain an accurate and compliant calibration process
• Supporting product inspections, investigations and troubleshoot identified defects, identifying corrective action to address root cause – internal, subcontract and customer returns.
• Liaise with suppliers on queries and documentation amendments
• Support the production of necessary FAIR, PPAP and relevant internal/external defect analysis documentation (i.e. 8D) to the required standard
• Participate in continuous improvement programs and projects, such as SQCDPG/LEAN
• Liaise with plant staff on quality related issues
• Support the production of accurate comprehensive reports regarding non-conformance of products or processes, daily production quality, root cause analyses, or quality trends for use by all relevant departments
• Promote a strict high quality and defect prevention culture over all sites.
• Work alongside the Quality Manager to audit and inspect suppliers and subcontract businesses to assist in supplier selection
• Ensure all safety rules and standards are adhered to

Essential

• HNC or equivalent in mechanical or aeronautical/aerospace engineering
• Good IT skills in recording, analysing and presenting statistical data
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Read, understand and interpret engineering technical drawings
• Understanding of measuring equipment
• Ability to work effectively and use own initiative
• Good verbal and written communication
• Self-motivated with ability to work unsupervised after training, with a ‘can do’ attitude
• Team player with good interpersonal skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work to a high standard of accuracy within a timely manner

Desirable

• HND or above in mechanical or aeronautical/aerospace engineering
• Experience of ISO 9001 / AS EN 9100 (at current revision)
• Experience of Quality Management systems.
• Experience of presswork and press tooling, CNC and Manual Machining
• Experience within Aerospace and/or Automotive sectors.
• Experience of Inspection processes

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for engineering, this is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop your skills. We offer a supportive work environment where you will have the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals in the field. Join our team and embark on an exciting career as a Trainee Quality Engineer.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not encompass all tasks or responsibilities that may be assigned.

In return you’ll get:

• To be an integral part of a business with over 100 years history and diverse customer base
• 4 day working week (Mon – Thurs)
• Access to free on-site car parking
• Profit Share Scheme
• Healthcare Cash Plan including Employee Assistance Programme, Private Healthcare & Rewards
• Company Pension Scheme
• Introduce a Colleague Scheme
• Social Events

Dayshift: Monday to Wednesday 07:00 – 17:00 Thursday 07:00 – 16:30

Note: we operate a 4 day working week (37.5hours)

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