Welding and Quality Manager

Conquip Engineering Group is a leading innovator in both the construction and engineering sectors, constantly pushing the boundaries through cutting edge design and robust manufacturing solutions. We are proud to be on the forefront of engineering excellence, driven by a passion for innovation and continuous improvement. An exciting vacancy as a Welding and Quality Manager is now available in the heart of our manufacturing operations, based in Alton, Hampshire. 

The Welding and Quality Manager is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of product quality, including welding, for all product lines produced by our own manufacturing and outsourced manufacturing. This role reports directly to the Supply Chain Director.

The Welding and Quality Manager will have the following responsibilities:

1. Ensure all welding is executed to the highest standards by maintaining a welding quality programme.
2. Qualified to CSWIP level 3.0 and beyond
3. Pro-actively identify and resolve any issues relating to quality assurance.
4. Develop and maintain weld and material quality control to required standards and execute quality assurance test methods.
5. Oversee and maintain relevant welder qualification/coding to EN 287-1 and EN1090.
6. Methodology, execution and record keeping of physical load testing of products, prototypes, and R&D projects.
7. Lead quality system improvements through internal audits and testing, establishing and implementing metrics to monitor effectiveness of systems.
8. Develop a culture of quality and right first time by regularly inspecting in-house and sub-contract supplied products. Work with the procurement department to develop a culture of quality with suppliers and sub-contractors.
9. Mentor and coach fabrication trainees/apprentices as necessary.
10. Be pragmatic in finding solutions to meet overall financial goals of the company.

Basic Skills Required

• Teamwork
• Good planning and organisational skills
• Drivers license and access to a vehicle
• CSWIP 3.0 minimum qualification 

Key Personality Traits Required

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good, clear communication skills.
• Can-do, problem-solving attitude with the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Positive attitude with a drive to perform at the highest level.
• Understanding and alignment with Conquip's 5 core values.

Should you wish to be considered for this role, please apply directly to this advert, or reach out to our Haed of Recruitment for an informal chat, ,

We look forward to hearing from you, 

Team Conquip