Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality Engineer

Location: Hellaby, England, United Kingdom

Workplace type : on-site

Employment: Permanent

Come build something that matters.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 43,500 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.

Job Summary:

The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of products throughout the production process. This role involves developing and implementing quality control procedures, conducting inspections and tests, analysing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve quality issues. The Quality Engineer plays a critical role in maintaining high standards of product quality and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in quality engineering or a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of quality control principles, methodologies, and tools, including PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and Control Plans.
• Familiarity with quality management systems, such as ISO 9001. Proficient in statistical analysis and data interpretation.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and precision.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• ISO auditor trained, with experience in conducting internal audits for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.

Responsibilities

• Development, implementation, and updating of quality control procedures and documentation (PPAP, Control Plan, FMEA).
• Execution of inspections and tests on materials, components, and finished products to identify defects, with proper documentation of results.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions, documenting the activities carried out.
• Analysis of quality data to identify areas for improvement and define strategies to reduce defects.
• Monitoring of production processes to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Technical support to production teams to resolve quality issues and improve process efficiency.
• Root cause analysis of problems and implementation of preventive measures.
• Management and updating of quality documentation, ensuring accessibility and accuracy.
• Management of non-conforming materials, both internal and supplied, and collaboration with suppliers to resolve issues.
• Supervision and support of quality control personnel.
• Conducting internal audits to verify compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.

The Details:

You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:

• Medical, dental, life, vision, paid time off, benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

And More:

We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to:

• Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
• Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
• Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
• Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.

What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We’re visionaries and innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!