Job title: Quality Engineer
Job type: Permanent / Fixed Term (Perm)
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Engineering
Functional Expertise: Engineering - Quality
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £33,000.00
Location: Gloucester, UK
Job published: 15/04/2025
Job ID: 235259
Contact name: Rhys Holdsworth
Contact email: rholdsworth@pg-rec.com

Job Description

Quality Engineer / Technician

Location: Gloucester
Salary: £33,000 per annum
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Industry: Manufacturing / Engineering

The Role

As a Quality Engineer / Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring all manufactured products meet internal and customer quality standards. You’ll work closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to support continuous improvement and maintain robust quality systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct first-off, in-process, and final inspections on manufactured components

  • Operate and program CMMs (Coordinate Measuring Machines) to perform detailed dimensional inspections

  • Perform and manage equipment calibration routines and maintain calibration records

  • Identify non-conformances, perform root cause analysis (RCA), and assist with implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

  • Support FAIR (First Article Inspection Reports) and documentation in line with ISO 9001 standards

  • Assist in maintaining and improving QMS documentation and internal procedures

  • Liaise with suppliers and customers regarding quality concerns or requirements

  • Participate in internal audits and support external audit preparation

  • Generate and analyse quality metrics and KPIs to drive improvement

What We’re Looking For:

  • Proven experience in a Quality Engineer or Quality Technician role within a manufacturing environment

  • Strong understanding of ISO 9001

  • Hands-on experience with CMM machines (Aberlink, Mitutoyo, or similar) and manual measuring tools

  • Experience with calibration systems and maintenance of quality records

  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications

  • Good problem-solving skills with experience in RCA, 8D, 5 Whys, or similar methods

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with ERP or QMS software is an advantage

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary of £33,000 per annum

  • 23 days holiday + bank holidays

  • Pension scheme

  • Career development and training opportunities

  • Supportive, collaborative working environment


For more information about this role please apply, or email Rhys Holdsworth on rholdsworth@pg-rec.com who will be able to provide more details on the opportunity.

Many thanks, Premier Group