Quality Engineer – Oldham
A leading organisation in Oldham is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join its Quality Systems team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to take on a broad and challenging role, supporting continuous improvement and maintaining world-class standards.
Responsibilities for the Quality Engineer job:
- Support ISO9001, IATF16949 and VDA 6.3 quality systems
- Lead and participate in internal, supplier and customer audits
- Assist wafer fabrication teams, sales teams, and automotive customers
- Manage PCN and PPAP processes, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction
- Investigate customer issues, drive root cause analysis, and develop corrective actions
- Produce and maintain internal processes, procedures and reports
Skills and experience required for the Quality Engineer job:
- Certified auditor status with proven auditing experience
- Strong knowledge of core quality tools: FMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP, APQP
- Experience with ISO9001, IATF16949, VDA6.3, ISO14001 or similar standards
- Excellent communication, report writing and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Desirable Skills for the Quality Engineer job:
- Six Sigma Green/Black Belt qualification
- Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma, 8D and structured problem-solving tools
- Experience in the semiconductor or automotive industry
- Strong IT skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
- Additional languages such as Chinese or German
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Quality Engineer in Oldham to join a progressive and supportive environment, working on high-profile projects while developing career-defining skills.
To apply for the Quality Engineer job in Oldham, please send your CV to snewcomen@octagongroup.co.uk, or for more information contact Scott Newcomen on 01525 659 123, otherwise we always welcome the opportunity to discuss other engineering jobs.