Quality Engineer
| Posting date: | 30 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,000 to £37,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 May 2026 |
| Location: | East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire, G75 0YF |
| Company: | Search Consultancy LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Req/297557_1777559938 |
Summary
Quality Engineer
Location: East Kilbride, Scotland
Salary: £35,000 - £37,000 DOE
Role Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-focused Quality Engineer to support and maintain our quality standards within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Reporting to the QHSE Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining the Quality Management System (QMS), supporting ISO compliance, and driving continuous improvement across operations.
This is a permanent, full-time position.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and maintain the Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
- Monitor and investigate quality issues, implementing effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Assist in developing and improving quality processes and standards across operations
- Conduct internal audits and support external audits to ensure compliance
- Manage and investigate customer complaints, ensuring timely resolution
- Prepare quality reports and maintain accurate documentation
- Work with suppliers to address quality issues and support improvements
- Ensure processes comply with environmental, health, and safety requirements
- Support production teams in maintaining quality standards and resolving issues
Qualifications & Experience
- HNC (or equivalent) in Quality, Engineering, or a related discipline (desirable)
- Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Technical Skills
- Understanding of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
- Familiarity with quality tools such as Root Cause Analysis, 8D, FMEA, and DMAIC
- Knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma methodologies (desirable)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Personal Attributes
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
- Good communication skills and ability to work across teams
- Proactive and self-motivated approach
- Practical problem-solving mindset
Package
- Salary: £35,000 - £37,000 (DOE)
- 4-day working week (Monday - Thursday, 37.5 hours)
- 28 days' annual leave
- Company performance bonus scheme (paid twice per year)
- Death in Service benefit
- Company pension scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Electric Car scheme
If this is a role you are interested in, apply now!
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.