Quality Engineer

Mirus Aircraft Seating Limited; Norwich; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Job description

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 be expected to 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.

You must be an excellent communicator and presenter, capable of liaising with and influencing all relevant departments.

YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

In your role as our Quality Engineer, you will:

1. Assisting with Developing, implementing and maintaining quality processes (throughout 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.
2. Compile, maintain and key quality documents, including customer Quality Plans and FAI Reports.
3. Performing internal audits/ surveillance to verify compliance to Part 21 Subpart G, Part 21 Subpart J, AS9100 and specific customer requirements.
4. 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.
5. Supporting business processes and personnel in continuous improvement activities in addition to providing information concerning product and process quality performance.
6. Supporting the New Product Introduction (prototype and production build support) process through quality planning and implementation within the Quality team.
7. Assist the development of internal PFMEAs, process flow charts and AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports.
8. Review and investigate concessions, production permits, internal and customer rejects and returns.
9. Liaise with other approved production and design organisations as necessary.
10. Assist with the management of non-conformances/ occurrence reports and lead investigation and resolution using problem solving techniques.
11. Issue airworthiness certificate (Form1s) to goods being dispatched upon completing the obligations associated with the role of a signatory.
12. Carrying out supplier quality assurance activities in order to meet internal and specific customer requirements.
13. Ensuring all quality data is captured and analysed against targets taking action on adverse variation to standard and reporting KPIs.
14. 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).
15. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
16. Experience in project/time management and the ability to prioritize job duties and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
17. 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:

1. 5 GSE's inc. English language and Mathematics.
2. Diploma / Certificate in Engineering or Quality.
3. Able to read, understand and interpret engineering information.
4. Strong quality and/or aerospace background gained within medium to high volume manufacturing.
5. Knowledge and appreciation of ISO9001:2015.
6. IT literate - Effective use of Microsoft Office software; Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access.
7. Audit Report writing & ability to present data effectively.
8. 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.).
9. Experience in project/time management and the ability to prioritize job duties and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
10. Ability to communicate and influence at all levels both internally and externally.

Desirable:

1. Engineering Degree.
2. Trained and experienced Internal Auditor (AS9100).
3. Experience of AS9102, AS9100, CAA Part 21G & J and Defense/Aerospace Quality Standards and requirements.

Personal skills / attributes:

1. Be self-motivated, able to work under own initiative or as part of a team.
2. Thrive in a challenging environment, be approachable and have a flexible attitude.
3. Continuous Improvement and 5S Mindset.

Our benefits

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

1. Enhanced Pension - up to 8% contribution (4% Employee/ 4% Employer).
2. 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
3. An additional day off on or around your birthday.
4. Christmas shut down.
5. Refer a friend scheme.
6. Long Service Award.
7. Agile working - flexibility around start and finish times in line with our policy.
8. Early finish on a Friday.
9. Training and development - Support, coaching and guidance from a team of industry leading renowned specialists.
10. Generous Family Friendly Benefits.
11. Company Sick Pay Scheme.
12. SimplyHealth - helps cover everyday healthcare costs such as eye tests and dental check-ups, as well as providing mental health support and access to GP services.
13. Social events throughout the year.
14. Free on-site parking.

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.