Graduate Quality Engineer - Automotive

Graduate Quality Engineer

Salisbury

Graduate Quality Engineer required. Our client is a well-established and growing automotive manufacturing business seeking a Graduate Quality Engineer to join its Operations and Quality teams. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineering graduate to gain hands-on experience across quality assurance, production, manufacturing processes and continuous improvement within a fast-paced industrial environment.

• Supporting quality investigations, audits, corrective actions and the development of quality documentation.
• Assisting with process improvements, manufacturing problem-solving and production efficiency initiatives.
• Supporting continuous improvement projects aimed at reducing waste, improving quality and increasing operational efficiency.
• Assisting with new product introductions, engineering changes and manufacturing improvement projects.
• Working closely with colleagues across Quality, Production, Engineering and Operations to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Monitoring performance data, preparing reports and supporting the achievement of quality and production targets.
• Helping to ensure that manufacturing processes meet relevant quality standards, internal procedures and customer requirements.

• Degree qualified in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Automotive, Industrial or Production Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate issues and identify potential improvements.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with an interest in data analysis and performance reporting.
• Well organised, proactive and able to manage multiple tasks.
• A positive attitude towards learning, continuous improvement and developing technical knowledge.
• Any previous experience or knowledge of quality systems, manufacturing processes or improvement methodologies would be advantageous.

Starting salary: £28,000 - £30,000 Full-time, permanent position.

• 30 days' holiday, including bank holidays.
• Holiday purchase scheme, allowing up to five additional days.
• Health cash plan.
• Early finish on Fridays.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression into Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Engineering, Continuous Improvement or Operations.