Quality Engineer

CNC Recruitment are looking for a skilled and reliable Quality Engineer to join our client in Yeovil – a well-respected aerospace engineering company. Pay - £40,000 - £45,000 Per Annum Woking hours: Monday to Thursday 8.00am – 5.30pm and Friday 8.00am to 12pm Job Type: Temp to Perm (Permanent after 16 weeks) Role Overview We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Engineer with strong experience in Health & Safety to support and enhance our Business Management Systems while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This role will play a key part in supporting our Quality Manager in driving continuous improvement, reducing risk, and promoting a culture of quality and safety across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Quality * Develop, implement, and maintain Business Management Systems (BMS) in line with AS9100 standards. * Conduct internal audits and support external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer requirements. * Analyse quality data, identify trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). * Lead root cause analysis investigations using tools such as 8D and FMEA. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes, reduce defects, and enhance product reliability. * Support in the management of customer returns, ensuring timely investigation and implementation of robust preventative actions. * Support initial and ongoing supplier approval management. Health & Safety * Ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. * Conduct risk assessments and implement control measures to mitigate workplace hazards. * Promote a strong safety culture through training, awareness, and continuous improvement initiatives. * Investigate incidents, near misses, and non-conformities, ensuring thorough reporting and implementation of corrective and preventative actions. * Maintain and improve Health & Safety management systems. * Support the management and completion of inspections where required. Environmental * Support adherence to all applicable environmental legislation, including ROHS & REACH. Key Requirements Essential * Proven experience in a Quality Engineer role within a manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environment. * Strong working knowledge of Quality Management Systems and standards (e.g. AS9100). * Minimum Internal Auditor certification (ISO9001 / AS9100). * Demonstrable experience in Health & Safety practices and UK legislation. * Experience conducting audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations. * Proficiency in problem-solving methodologies (e.g. Root Cause Analysis, 8D). * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Desirable * Proven experience in a Quality Engineer role within an aerospace environment. * Lead Auditor certification (ISO9001 / AS9100). * NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent Health & Safety qualification). Key Competencies * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. * High attention to detail and accuracy. * Ability to influence and drive change across teams. * Organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. * Commitment to continuous improvement and safety excellence