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- Location: Norwich, Norfolk
- Job Type: Full Time - Monday to Thursday 8am-4.45pm, Friday 8am-12.30pm
- Salary: £35,000-£38,000pa
Reed Engineering are working with an amazing engineering company based close to the train station in Norwich. They are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Engineer to join their Development / Defence Contracts department. This role is crucial in ensuring that both project and product quality requirements meet customer expectations and comply with relevant regulatory and contractual standards.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Lead customer and certification audits, ensuring all contractual requirements are met.
- Conduct Supplier Quality Assurance both domestically and internationally, including on-site document reviews and inspections to ensure product compliance.
- Develop and implement Product Inspection & Test Plans (Control Plans) and manage Customer Quality Specifications and Commitments.
- Compile Documentation Packs and oversee the management of documents, records, and certificates, both internal and subcontracted.
- Engage in quality report writing and reviews, root cause analysis investigations, and dimensional inspection and reporting.
- Manage non-conformance reporting and ensure effective communication across departments to maintain quality standards.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- BTEC Level 3 in an Engineering discipline.
- Strong experience in interpreting and understanding engineering drawings and producing Inspection and Test Plans in line with Defence Contractor requirements.
- A working knowledge of welding, paint specifications and fabrication processes.
- Familiarity with national, EU, international, company, and third-party/client codes, standards and processes.
- Experience with 3.1 Material Certification Verification and calibration methods for mechanical tooling.
- Proficient in the use of company IT systems and previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Skills in corrective and preventative action techniques.
- Desirable: Knowledge of Defence Contracts and Environment, ISO9001 Certified Auditor, ability to read and understand PFMEA and a working knowledge of Electric Motors and Generators.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Dynamic and supportive work environment.
To apply for the Quality Assurance Engineer position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
