Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer – Salary up to £36,000 per annum, based in Gillingham, Kent. Days role working Mon to Fri (early finish on Friday). Permanent position.

Our client is a well‑established and renowned engineering company. They are seeking a Quality Engineer to join their Gillingham site in Kent, reporting to the Operations Manager. The role is a stand‑alone position that will collaborate with Inspectors and other shop‑floor staff.

• Develop and maintain quality procedures
• Conduct audits to ensure compliance
• Goods‑in inspection
• Liaise with Sales to resolve customer issues
• Implement corrective and preventative actions
• Maintain accurate quality records
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the business
• Ensure calibration of quality control equipment
• Carry out internal audits, ensuring procedures meet internal and external standards
• Review and approve manufacturing and packaging documentation (SOPs and RAs)
• Ongoing development of the QMS in line with continuous improvement programmes
• Lead and support customer and regulatory audits (including BS audits)

• HND or equivalent in an engineering‑related subject (preferred)
• Experience in a quality assurance role within manufacturing
• NEBOSH certified
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and quality systems
• Good problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Proficient with quality control tools and MS Office
• Root cause analysis expertise
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate at all levels
• Enthusiasm for continuous improvement initiatives

• 33 days holiday
• Pension scheme
• Onsite parking
• Employee welfare scheme

This role offers the opportunity to join a reputable organization during a sustained period of growth.