Manufacturing Quality Engineer. LilyLifestyle

Quality Engineer

Location: Andover
Salary: 45,000 - 55,000
Hours: 8am-5pm Monday to Thursday, 2:30pm finish on Friday

This is a role within a fast‑paced contract manufacturing environment, where quality, precision, and continuous improvement are critical to success.

Are you a hands‑on Quality Engineer who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment? Do you want to play a key role in shaping quality culture, driving continuous improvement, and making a real impact?

We're looking for a proactive, detail‑driven professional to join our team in Andover, working at the heart of a high‑precision engineering business.

• Competitive salary: 45K-55K
• Great work‑life balance with an early Friday finish
• Work in a modern precision manufacturing environment
• Be part of a business that values continuous improvement and innovation
• Strong team culture with real influence across operations

This isn't a "clipboard quality" role - you'll be embedded in the operation, working closely with production, suppliers, and leadership to ensure right‑first‑time delivery.

You'll be responsible for:

• Maintaining and enhancing the QMS (ISO 9001 & AS9100)
• Supporting compliance across environmental and health & safety standards (ISO 14001 / ISO 45001)
• Leading and participating in internal and external audits
• Driving root cause analysis and corrective actions (8D, 5 Why, etc.)
• Managing non‑conformance and supplier quality activities
• Supporting continuous improvement projects across the business
• Overseeing calibration systems and inspection controls
• Spending time on the shop floor identifying risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities

This is a high‑visibility role where you'll influence culture, systems, and performance.

You’ll bring a strong foundation in quality within a precision manufacturing environment:

• Experience working to AS9100 (or similar high‑spec standards)
• Knowledge of FAIR (AS9102) and inspection processes
• Proven ability with root cause analysis tools
• Experience with internal auditing (formal training preferred)
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and tolerances
• Confidence to challenge and improve processes constructively
• A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset

• Engineering qualification (HNC/HND or above)
• Exposure to ISO 14001 / ISO 45001
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC
• Lead Auditor training or professional membership (CQI, IOSH)

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a role where you can:

• Shape quality systems beyond tick‑box compliance
• Work cross‑functionally and influence real change
• Build your career in a respected engineering environment

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.