Your new company A well-established SME manufacturing business based in East Lancashire is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to support its growing quality function. The organisation operates in a regulated manufacturing environment and supplies engineered products to a range of industrial and commercial customers. Your new role Working closely with the Quality Manager and wider engineering and production teams, you will support day-to-day quality assurance activities across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career quality professional to develop hands-on experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Key responsibilities will include:

Supporting the maintenance and improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) Assisting with internal audits and contributing to corrective and preventive actions Conducting basic inspection and verification activities in line with engineering drawings and specifications Assisting with document control, quality records, and standard operating procedures Supporting compliance with relevant quality standards and customer requirements Liaising with production and engineering teams to promote best practice and continuous improvement

What you'll need to succeed

A qualification in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) Some exposure to quality assurance or manufacturing environments (placement, apprenticeship or graduate experience welcome) A basic understanding of quality systems and engineering documentation Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving Good communication skills and the confidence to work cross-functionally A proactive attitude and willingness to learn within a supportive SME setting

What you'll get in return

The opportunity to develop a career in quality assurance within a stable manufacturing business Hands-on exposure to quality systems, audits, and continuous improvement activities Training and mentoring from experienced quality professionals A supportive SME environment with genuine scope for progression

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