Job Summary
The QMS Senior Engineer ensures the effective implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System in accordance with IRIS standards. This role supports compliance, quality assurance, and process‐improvement initiatives to ensure consistent product and service quality. This role may require occasional travel outside of the UK.
Key Responsibilities
Implement and maintain the site's QMS in alignment with corporate policies and relevant regulations.
Lead internal and external audits; coordinate responses, follow‐up actions to ensure compliance of closure dates and lead the closure of open points by proactively collaborating with the working teams. Manage UK MNCR system, follow up on pending actions & deadlines and report progress to Head of Quality and QMS representative in HQ. Lead the closure of actions proactively assisting the working groups. Create a Process review system in the UK and monitor improvement actions on a regular basis. Lead and contribute to the closure of the open points by collaboratively assisting the working group. Monitor corporate QMS documentation changes and create a consistent feedback loop to the relevant teams in the UK site.
Participate in process forums with HQ to be up to date with the business latest direction regarding QMS requirements and bring UK input into the discussions.
Report on QMS performance to the Head of Quality and support the site's quality objectives. Create weekly, biweekly and monthly reports on QMS status.
Participate in regular meetings with corporate team in HQ to inform of the progress of the UK site.
Monitoring of the deployment of Quality Initiatives in the UK.
Collaborate with cross‐functional teams to ensure quality is integrated into all operations and promote a Quality culture throughout the company.
Manage the UK asset calibration system to comply with the CAF group standards. Ensure Special Processes compliance. The QMS Senior Engineer will perform Special Processes Coordination duties. Support SQA, Production QA and other departments in the business through leading QA owned CI initiatives and participating in the transversal ones.
Lead the deployment of HQ Quality initiatives in the UK, e.g. Process Audits. Carry out other duties as and when business requirements dictate as may be reasonably expected by the line manager.
Essential
Experience in a Quality or Manufacturing role within a quality‐focused industry (e.g. Transportation, Aerospace, Pharmaceuticals)
Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Sciences or a related Field
Experience with QMS implementation and maintenance (e.g. ISO 9001, IRIS)
Experience of internal and external audits, including corrective action management
Ability to compile and deliver technical training in both classroom and practical environments
Ability to maintain accurate records
Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office packages
Flexible approach to working across a broad range of activities as the role evolves
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Methodical and organised approach to work
Proactive approach to problem‐solving, supporting continuous improvement
Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team
Desirable
Experience using quality problem‐solving tools (e.g. 8D, CAPA, SCRA, 5‐Why)
Experience of Special Processes within manufacturing or quality control (e.g. welding, painting, bonding, torque tightening, electrical crimping, riveting)
Spanish language skills
Experience with FAI (First Article Inspection) and FII (First Installation Inspection)
Benefits
25 days annual leave (increasing with length of service) + 8 bank holidays; plus annual leave carry over / cash‐in option
Healthcare Cash Plan including claimable costs for optical, dental and other health benefits
Day 1 Life Assurance cover, amounting to 4x Annual Salary
Free Eye Tests for all DSE users
Excellent Pension Scheme with 3% Employee and 6% Employer contributions
Cycle to Work scheme
Enhanced Family Friendly Pay and Leave Benefits
Access to exclusive rewards, discounts and special offers at over 1,000 leading high street and online retailers
24/7 Employee Assistance Support line
Professional Membership and Sponsorship Policy for Colleague Development
8 paid hours per year, working with local charities in support of Social Value
Dedicated Women's Network
Proud signatories of the Dying to Work Charter; Living Wage Foundation and Armed Forces covenant
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