Quality Engineer - Manufacturing

GE Vernova, Kilsby, Northamptonshire

Quality Engineer - Manufacturing

Salary Not Specified

GE Vernova, Kilsby, Northamptonshire

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 4 days ago, 7 Nov | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 485c1719b4c7401e9470067ce535d7a2

Full Job Description

The Quality Engineer will work within the current quality team reporting directly to the UK Quality Leader,

  • Manage the company NCR system, provide management reports and drive the actions with the required stakeholders to resolution, By known quality tools as Kaizen/RCA/8d/5why etc.
  • Carry out product and process audits.
  • Creation of project and manufacturing control plans
  • Ensure that control plans and associated documentation are implemented effectively and maintained through the lifecycle of the project.
  • Monitor and report quality related KPI's including Scrap/Rework levels/First time yield with dedicated manufacture and chain weekly quality Gemba's.
  • Promotion of zero defect and stop the line culture.
  • Ensure compliance and assist with the QMS (ISO9000:2015).
  • Participate in cross-functional teams to aid development and identification of risk on new projects/processes inclusive of using an FMEA approach.
  • Meet with customers during project meetings and final inspections and can provide and prepare reports and presentations to support these meetings.
  • Be flexible in approach and time management to allow tasks to be completed to support the project timelines.

    Be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Knowledge of quality systems and measurement tools and techniques.
  • Knowledge of Advanced Quality Planning (APQP), Part approval processes (PPAP), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA)
  • Lean Manufacturing knowledge, VSM, Gauge R&R
  • Understand engineering drawings (electrical and mechanical) and manufacturing processes.
  • Knowledge of NATO standards AQAP2105/ 2110 etc.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft programs such as: MS Word, MS Excel, Microsoft Power point and Microsoft Outlook., Relevant business/commercial or manufacturing/engineering degree preferred, or HNC, or equivalent NVQ level 4 qualification

    Challenging and exciting projects.
  • A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
  • Attractive compensation.
  • Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Flexible pension with Company Contribution; Income protection; Private Health Insurance; Life Assurance, healthy lifestyle account.
  • 34 days' vacation including national holidays and the ability to flex depending on needs.