Senior Quality Engineer

Job Title: Senior Quality Engineer Location: Newton Aycliffe Salary: Highly Competitive Benefits: * Performance-Based Incentives * Life Assurance – Coverage of up to 6x your annual salary. * Cycle to Work Scheme – Save on bikes and accessories while promoting a healthy, eco-friendly commute. * Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Support – Including medical, dental, and mental health services. * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. * Company Matched up to 8% * Access to training, mentorship, and career growth programs. * Flexible Working Arrangements – Supporting hybrid work and flexible hours where possible. The Company: Theo James Recruitment is proud to be working with a highly respected global manufacturing business based in Newton Aycliffe, currently seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a state-of-the-art facility at the forefront of innovation in high-volume production, specifically supporting advanced moulding operations. The role offers real scope for impact, with leadership responsibilities and a strong emphasis on quality improvement, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration. This is a business known for its strong values, investment in people, and commitment to excellence — offering not only a competitive salary and exceptional benefits, but also genuine career development in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. * Represent the Quality function for moulding, printing, foiling, and sub-assembly operations * Manage and resolve quality issues using 8D, FMEA, DMAIC, and other problem-solving tools * Conduct root cause analysis and drive corrective actions * Monitor and improve product and process quality using data-driven approaches * Oversee audits and ensure compliance with control plans and PFMEAs * Support new product introductions and engineering change orders * Lead quality forums and continuous improvement initiatives * Contribute to strategic workforce and engagement planning Skills & Experience: * 5 years’ experience in a Senior or Quality Engineering role within high-volume manufacturing * Strong background in injection moulding and manufacturing standards * Certified or experienced in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt / Black Belt preferred) * Skilled in quality methodologies: FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, SPC, etc. * Effective communicator with experience working in cross-functional teams * Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities * Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills Why Should You Apply? There are many reasons to consider joining this leading global manufacturer, known for its long-standing commitment to innovation, quality, and employee development. With a strong values-driven culture, the company encourages fresh ideas, a hands-on approach to problem-solving, and genuine care for both its people and the wider community. Employees enjoy a competitive salary package, performance-based incentives, and a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits

Location: Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, GB

Posted Date: 7/17/2025