Quality Engineer
Location: Hingham, Norfolk (NR9) – Office based role
Department: Quality
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Full time/permanent - 37 hours per week (Mon – Thurs: 8hrs/ Fri: 5 hrs – finish early)
About the role
Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will assist with the development and implementation of quality activities for both engineering and manufacturing disciplines with the emphasis on; error prevention, lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, legislation, regulation, international standards adherence and the reduction of variation and waste in all elements of the product lifecycle. This will range from initial development phases through prototyping to production and the life cycle of the product. Understanding of new product introduction processes is required, as is Conformity of Production requirements.
You will assist FMEA activities, Concerns resolution/ Problem solving activities, provide KPI information and improvement actions. In new programme activities, you will support prototype builds as well as the production launch and ramp to full production.
Being an excellent communicator and presenter, capable of liaising with and influencing all relevant departments is a crucial element to the role.
In your role as our Quality Engineer, you will:
- Assisting with Developing, implementing and maintaining quality processes (through-out the organisation), documentation and metrics including process maps, procedures, processes and various registers and logs to demonstrate compliance to Part 21 Subpart G, Part 21 Subpart J and AS9100.
- Compile, maintain and key quality documents, including customer Quality Plans and FAI Reports.
- Performing internal audits/ surveillance to verify compliance to Part 21 Subpart G, Part 21 Subpart J, AS9100 and specific customer requirements.
- Supporting the Site Quality Manager to develop, implement and maintain the Business Management systems to meet legislative/ regulatory requirements, the needs of customers, the business and its stakeholders.
- Supporting business processes and personnel in continuous improvement activities in addition to providing information concerning product and process quality performance.
- Supporting the New Product Introduction (prototype and production build support) process through quality planning and implementation within the Quality team.
- Assist the development of internal PFMEAs, process flow charts and AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports.
- Review and investigate concessions, production permits, internal and customer rejects and returns.
- Liaise with other approved production and design organisation as necessary.
- Assistant with the management of non-conformances/ occurrence reports and lead investigation and resolution using problem solving techniques.
- Issue airworthiness certificate (Form1s) to goods being dispatched upon completing the obligations associated with the role of a signatory.
- Carrying out supplier quality assurance activities in order to meet internal and specific customer requirements.
- Ensuring all quality data is captured and analysed against targets taking action on adverse variation to standard and reporting KPIs.
- Able to use crucial Quality tools in order to continually increase the performance of manufacturing from a quality perspective (FMEA, RCA, SPC, Process capability studies / MSA, Gauge R&R etc).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in project/time management and the ability to prioritize job duties and multi-task in a fast paced environment.
- Perform any other activities necessary to ensure the Quality department achieves its deliverables and objectives.
About you
To help Mirus continue our journey of growth, you will bring your expertise within a quality capacity, a passion for problem solving and drive for operational excellence along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:
- 5 GSE’s inc. English language and Mathematics.
- Diploma / Certificate in Engineering or Quality.
- Able to read, understand and interpret engineering information.
- Strong quality and/or aerospace background gained within medium to high volume manufacturing.
- Knowledge and appreciation of ISO9001:2015
- IT literate – Effective use of Microsoft Office software; Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access
- Audit Report writing & ability to present data effectively
- Able to use of the crucial Quality tools in order to continually increase the performance of manufacturing from a quality perspective (FMEA, RCA, SPC, Process capability studies / MSA, Gauge R&R etc.).
- Experience in project/time management and the ability to prioritize job duties and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to communicate and influence at all levels both internally and externally.
Desirable:
- Engineering Degree.
- Trained and experienced Internal Auditor (AS9100).
- Experience of AS9102, AS9100, CAA Part 21G & J and Defense/Aerospace Quality Standards and requirements.
Personal skills / attributes:
- Be self-motivated, able to work under own initiative or as part of a team.
- Thrive in a challenging environment, be approachable and have a flexible attitude.
- Continuous Improvement and 5S Mindset.
Eligible to work in the UK Ability to work flexible hours.
We really want to hear from you, so don’t miss your opportunity to join our community of passionate and exceptional people who challenge the accepted norm! Once you apply, your CV will be held on our central database. Please do let us know if you do not wish for us to retain your details. If your application is successful, you will be contacted in due course.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be a part of a company that values your skills and contributions, we encourage you to apply for our Quality Engineer position. Come on a journey with us and be part of making a positive and impactful difference!
Please kindly note, at this moment in time we are respectfully not engaging with any agencies for our roles.
About us
Founded in 2015, Mirus Aircraft Seating Ltd has grown rapidly to become a leading aircraft seating OEM, with operations in the UK, Malaysia and China. We seek excellence at every step, from conception to delivery and beyond.
“Excellence is to do a common thing in an uncommon way, by those who dare to challenge the accepted norm.”
Ben McGuire, Chief Executive Officer
We believe form, function, innovation, sustainability, and the best possible passenger experience are all mutual cornerstones of success when putting pen to paper on a new design and delivering to our airline customers.
Along with our proven record of delivering large and small scale OEM and airline retrofit programs to some of the biggest names in the industry, we are committed to bringing the highest quality seating and unparalleled service to our customers.
Our benefits
We offer some fantastic benefits including:
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- Enhanced company pension. Up to 8% contribution (4% employee/ 4% employer)
- 25 days annual leave with an additional day off on your birthday, plus bank holidays
- Option to buy one week’s additional annual leave each year
- Agile working. Flexible start and finish
- Early finish on a Friday
- Full company Christmas shut down
- Training and development
- Generous family friendly benefits
- SimplyHealth (covers opticians, dental and GP)
- Events planned throughout the year
- Refer a friend scheme
- Long service award
At Mirus, we’re committed to creating a welcoming environment for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments during your interview process, please let us know.