Quality Engineer

Avanti Recruitment is working with a Precision Engineering business based near Oxford who are hiring for a Quality Engineer to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity for somebody who enjoys being close to the engineering and manufacturing process rather than working in a purely systems or auditing-focused quality position. You'll join a small quality team of 2, supporting the manufacture of complex, high-specification components.

The work is varied, so you'll be dealing with different engineering and quality challenges rather than repetitive, high-volume production.

The Role You'll be responsible for a broad range of hands-on quality engineering activities, including:
Interpreting complex engineering drawings and GD&T Supporting manufacturing with day-to-day quality issues Managing non-conformances and corrective actions Root cause analysis and problem solving Supporting inspection and measurement activities Producing and reviewing quality and inspection documentation Working closely with production and engineering teams Supporting customer and supplier quality requirements Contributing to quality systems and continuous improvement Supporting audits and quality control activities What We're Looking For We're looking for somebody with:
Quality Engineering experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment Strong knowledge of GD&T Confidence interpreting complex engineering drawings Practical, hands-on manufacturing quality experience Experience dealing with NCRs, root cause analysis and corrective actions

Experience with in precision engineering, aerospace, defence, nuclear or another complex engineering environment A stable career history and an interest in a long-term permanent position

Experience with CMMs, PC-DMIS, ISO standards or quality auditing would be beneficial. The company is particularly interested in people accustomed to complex and varied engineering rather than purely repetitive, high-volume production. Package Salary:
Up to £55,000 depending on experience Holiday: 23 days plus bank holidays Pension: 4% matched following probation Working Hours Monday to Thursday: 8:00am to 4:30pm Friday: 8:00am to 3:30pm This is a fully onsite position.