Lead Quality Engineer in Ampthill, Bedfordshire

Lead Quality Engineer

Location: Ampthill
Paying: Up to£75,000 (DOE)

Please note that due to the nature of the work, you will need to already hold a high level of UK security clearance.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary point of contact for all quality issues on the project
• Ensure the project remains compliant with all business and contractual processes and procedures
• Manage non-conformances end-to-end, including facilitating Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) processes
• Review and approve quality documentation to ensure compliance with internal and external standards
• Participate in design reviews, providing quality-focused input and guidance
• Contribute to bids and proposals by advising on quality requirements and considerations

Essential Skills and Experience

• Proven ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks and projects while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Confident communicator, able to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels-from shop floor to senior management-across technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong decision-making skills, with the ability to take ownership and drive issues through to resolution
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly
• Proficient in IT systems, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with SAP Quality Module is desirable but not essential
• Demonstrated experience in root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA/RCCA) is essential
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (e.g. ISO standards) is advantageous

Desired Skills

• A background in Materials, CNC Manufacturing & Machining, or low-volume, high-value manufacturing & production, would help, but isn't strictly necessary to successful application
• Knowledge of how to read CAD Drawings and Data
• Stakeholder management skills