Job Description:

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Quality Engineer, Quality Manager, Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer, or Quality Systems Specialist to take full ownership of the Quality Management System (ISO 9001) within a growing electronics design and manufacturing business.

Working cross-functionally across R&D, Production, and Purchasing, you will drive process improvements, manage non-conformances, and maintain top-tier compliance for high-spec engineering clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Management System (QMS): Maintain, develop, and continuously improve the QMS in compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
• Internal Auditing: Conduct regular internal audits across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain operations; support external compliance audits.
• Engineering Change Control: Manage Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs / ECRs) and oversee controlled technical documentation.
• Root Cause Analysis & CAPA: Lead non-conformance investigations (NCR), customer returns (RMA), and implementation of CAPA using structured techniques (8D, 5-Why).
• Cross-Functional Quality Support: Collaborate directly with R&D, Electronics Production, and Purchasing to maintain high product reliability and client standards.
• ERP & Calibration: Utilise ERP/MRP systems for quality tracking and maintain equipment calibration schedules.

Requirements & Qualifications

Essential Criteria:

• Proven experience working within an ISO 9001 certified Quality Management System.
• Strong background in Quality Assurance (QA), root cause analysis, CAPA, and non-conformance management.
• Excellent documentation, administrative, and Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong communication skills with experience working alongside Production and Engineering teams.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.

Desirable Criteria:

• Background in electronics manufacturing, PCB assembly
• Certified Internal Auditor (ISO 9001 or equivalent).
• Experience with PPAP, Control Plans, FMEA, or IPC standards

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (£45,000 – £50,000 DoE).
• True autonomy to shape and build the quality function in a growing business
• Exposure to high-tech, complex electronics projects and market-leading enterprise clients.
• Company benefits package and professional development.