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<p>QUALITY ENGINEER - N Ireland </p> <p>My client in Co Down, N Ireland urgently requires an experienced Quality Engineer on a permanent employee basis. </p> <p> </p> <p><u>KEY PURPOSE</u> To plan and coordinate manufacturing quality activities and improvement programmes. </p> <p>Ensure that all products are manufactured to relevant international standard(s) and meet or exceed client’s and customer needs.</p> <p> </p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="left"><u>PRINCIPLE DUTIES</u></p> <p>To work alongside manufacturing to improve operational performance. To establish/support quality policies and procedures that are followed throughout the business that contribute to consistent high-class performance in all areas. Represent the business with customers and regulatory authorities with the objective of inspiring confidence and enabling positive cooperation in the quality of products and services provided. Ensure the identification and control of all non-conforming products. Develop, promote and lead continuous improvement activities. Provide support and assistance to manufacturing in development and execution of corrective actions. Lead/participate in quality system and/or process audits as needed. Give quality input during New Product Introduction gate reviews and ensure that the appropriate quality criteria as well as process limitations are understood. Develop and monitor production line/business unit performance metrics and initiate improvement plans when appropriate. Leads and participates in supplier and in house improvement events. Manage and support as appropriate internal and customer. FAI’s, ensuring that quality requirements are clearly defined Contribute and participate in Material Review Board’s Travel nationally and internationally (on occasion at short notice) in line with business requirements. Take initiative and seek results in a structured way. Clear communication (both verbally and orally) to all levels within the organisation on quality related topics.</p> <p> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p><u>PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION</u></p> <p> </p> <p>Essential Criteria</p> <p> </p> <p>A 3rd level qualification in engineering, quality or other technical field. A minimum of 1 years experience working in a Quality / Engineering department. In-depth knowledge and application of ISO9001/AS9100 standards. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally at all levels within the organisation. Ability to travel nationally and internationally at short notice. Demonstrate experience of completing problem solving activities using methods such as 3C, 8D, 7D, DMAIC etc. Fluent written and verbal English language skills.</p> <p> </p> <p>Desirable Criteria</p> <p> </p> <p>A minimum of 2 years experience working in a Quality / Engineering department. Relevant experience of working within a manufacturing business. American Society for Quality or Chartered Quality Institute certification. Six Sigma Green or Black belt Certification. Quality Auditing Certification.</p> <p> </p>