Shift Quality Engineer

Location: Telford, Shropshire
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37.5 hours/week)
Shift Pattern: To be confirmed — flexibility required for all shift options

Are you a quality-driven professional ready to take on an exciting new challenge in a high-tech manufacturing environment? We are currently seeking a proactive and motivated Shift Quality Engineer to join a leading advanced manufacturing site specialising in high-pressure aluminium die casting for the automotive industry.

• Lead and support quality activities during product launches, engineering changes, and safe launch (GP12) initiatives.

• Conduct capability studies and gauge validations (MSA).

• Interpret technical drawings and perform dimensional analyses on finished components.

• Maintain compliance with project milestones, producing and managing necessary documentation (e.g. control plans, work instructions, quality records).

• Perform quality audits and investigate both internal and customer quality issues.

• Liaise with suppliers, internal teams, and customers to drive quality improvements.

• Champion lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.

• Support and promote Health, Safety & Environmental policies across the department and site.

Essential:

• Strong understanding of APQP, PPAP, SPC, FMEA, MSA, and root cause analysis.

• Experience with manufacturing quality systems (IATF 16949).

• Solid engineering knowledge in die casting, metal forming, assembly, or related manufacturing areas.

• Results-oriented with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

• Competent in Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a medium to high volume production environment.

• Familiarity with SAP or similar production systems.

• Knowledge of CNC machining, heat treatment, and assembly operations.

• Self-motivated and assertive, with a proactive approach to problem solving.

• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Flexible and willing to support a 3-shift and occasional weekend production schedule.

• Capable of adapting to changing priorities and assignments.

• Eligible to work in the UK.

The role is based in a busy manufacturing facility with exposure to typical plant conditions, including temperature variations, noise, and industrial equipment. Full health and safety training and PPE will be provided.