Job type
PermanentLocation
BurnleyWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
ManufacturingIndustry
Manufacturing & ProductionPay
Circa £35,000
A Quality Assurance job opportunity at a growing manufacturing organisation in East Lancashire
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
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
