Quality Engineer

Job Title Quality Engineer Location Peterlee, County Durham Salary £40,000 - £45,000 Working Hours Monday - Friday, Dayshift (Full-time) The Company We are a progressive and growing industrial manufacturing organisation committed to excellence and continuous improvement. Our client is a stable, forward-thinking business that invests heavily in employee development and wellbeing. We pride ourselves on maintaining strong customer relationships, supporting robust supplier partnerships, and fostering a supportive leadership culture where every team member can thrive and progress. Benefits * Salary sacrifice pension scheme * Ongoing training and development * Genuine progression opportunities * Free onsite parking * Employee wellbeing initiatives * Supportive leadership team * Stable and growing business environment Job Description We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join our dynamic manufacturing team. As a Quality Engineer, you will play a vital role in supporting customer, supplier, and internal quality activities across our entire manufacturing operation. Your responsibilities as a Quality Engineer will include: * Conducting comprehensive internal and external audits * Supporting customer and supplier PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) activities * Leading 8D investigations and root cause analysis to drive continuous improvement * Managing and resolving customer quality concerns promptly and professionally * Supporting quality planning initiatives and continuous improvement projects * Producing detailed KPI reports and performance analysis for stakeholders * Supporting inspection, testing, and validation activities * Working collaboratively with production teams to enhance quality performance * Driving improvements across processes, systems, and organisational standards Skills & Experience The ideal candidate for this Quality Engineer position will possess: * Proven experience as a Quality Engineer within a manufacturing environment * Strong knowledge of ISO9001 standards, ideally with IATF16949 certification * Working experience with PPAP, FMEA, and 8D methodologies * Excellent customer-facing communication and interpersonal skills * Outstanding problem-solving ability and analytical mindset * Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment * Positive, proactive, and hands-on approach to work * Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality excellence Why Should You Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Quality Engineer to make a real impact within a supportive and growing organisation. You will have access to genuine progression opportunities, ongoing professional development, and training to advance your career. Our client values innovation, continuous improvement, and employee wellbeing – creating an environment where you can truly develop and succeed. If you are a dedicated professional ready to take the next step in your Quality Engineering career, we'd love to hear from you