Senior Quality Engineer
Job in
Ipswich, Suffolk County, IP1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-08-20
Listing for:
Prime-Appointments
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-20
Job specializations:
-
Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Engineering, Production QC/QA, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Senior Quality Engineer (96939) Ipswich, England
Salary: GBP
50000 - GBP
55000 per annum
Are you an experienced Quality Engineer looking for a senior, hands-on role where you can lead quality improvements and drive operational excellence?
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Quality Engineer to join a global manufacturer at their Ipswich site. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership, lead a team of Technicians, and play a key role in maintaining high standards across manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities- Lead investigations into internal and customer issues, ensuring effective containment, root cause analysis and long-term corrective actions
- Drive structured problem-solving using tools such as 8D, CAPA and Root Cause Analysis
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, improve standards and minimise production disruption
- Develop and improve inspection, testing and quality control processes
- Monitor and analyse KPIs, including PPM, non-conformance and production performance
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI)
- Own and maintain the site's Integrated Management System (IMS)
- Lead preparation for ISO
9001 audits and act as the main point of contact for external auditors - Support compliance with ISO
14001 and ISO
45001 standards - Ensure documentation, procedures and records remain accurate and up to date
- Lead and support the team, providing guidance and technical expertise
- Degree qualified in Engineering or equivalent industry experience
- Minimum five year'sexperience within a manufacturing quality environment
- Strong knowledge of ISO
9001 systems (ISO
14001 and ISO
45001 advantageous) - Experience leading structured problem-solving activities including 8D, CAPA and Root Cause Analysis
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
- Hands-on approach with a passion for continuous improvement
- Every other Friday off, promoting a healthy work-life balance
- 30 days annual leave
- Enhanced company pension
- Life assurance (4x annual salary)
- Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family
- Access to extensive online training and development
- Discounts on shopping, travel and gym memberships
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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