Apprentice Quality Assurance Specialist
4 hours ago
The Quality Engineer plays a pivotal role in ensuring that all forged products meet the company's quality standards and customer specifications. This individual will be responsible for developing and maintaining quality assurance protocols, inspecting products, analyzing data, and driving continuous improvement within the forging processes.
Key Responsibilities:- Quality Control & Assurance:
- Develop, implement, and monitor quality control systems for forge production.
- Perform inspections and tests on forged parts and materials, ensuring conformance to industry standards and customer specifications.
- Collaborate with production teams to ensure consistent quality across all manufacturing stages, from raw material sourcing to final product delivery.
- Process Improvement:
- Analyze production processes and identify opportunities for improvement to enhance product quality and reduce defects.
- Lead root cause analysis for non-conforming products and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Work closely with the engineering and operations teams to optimize forging techniques, heat treatment processes, and material selection.
- Documentation & Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all quality-related activities, including inspection reports, testing results, and corrective actions.
- Prepare and present detailed reports on quality metrics, issues, and trends to management.
- Ensure compliance with ISO standards, AS9100, or other applicable certifications and regulatory requirements.
- Customer & Supplier Communication:
- Interface with customers and suppliers regarding quality issues, ensuring their requirements are met.
- Conduct audits of suppliers' processes to verify material and part conformity.
- Lead or participate in customer audits and quality reviews.
- Training & Development:
- Train production personnel on quality standards and best practices.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and quality awareness throughout the organization.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Quality Engineer in a manufacturing environment, preferably in forging or metalworking.
- Strong understanding of metallurgy, material properties, and heat treatment processes related to forging.
- Proficiency in quality tools such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Statistical Process Control (SPC), and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO 9001, AS9100, or IATF 16949.
- Experience using measurement and inspection tools, including CMMs, micrometers, calipers, and hardness testers.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in quality management software and Microsoft Office suite.
- Certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.
- Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Knowledge of forging industry standards, such as ASTM or SAE specifications.
- Work is performed in both office and shop floor environments. Regular exposure to manufacturing settings, including noise, heat, and heavy machinery.
Full-time
Pay:£33,238.00-£40,000.00 per year
Additional pay:- Performance bonus
- Tips
- Yearly bonus
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Monday to Friday
- Quality assurance: 1 year (preferred)
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