Quality Engineer

About Us -

Founded in 1917, John Crane is a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and engineering of mission critical flow control solutions for increased efficiency, emission reductions and energy transformation. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems and predictive digital monitoring technologies. John Crane customer service is accessed through a global network of more than 200 global sites in over 50 countries employing more than 6,000 employees worldwide. We partner with our customers and help them meet the latest environmental standards and keep their operations safe and controlled.

John Crane is part of Smiths Group, For over 170 years, Smiths has been improving our world through smarter engineering. Our technology benefits millions of people every day – making travel safer, supporting sustainable energy transition, efficiently heating, cooling our homes, and helping our world stay connected.

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Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for the role of a Quality Engineer FTC reporting to the UK Operations Quality Manager. As the Quality Engineer you will be supporting the up-keep and continuous improvement of the company Quality Management System, provide day to day shop floor support in improving manufacturing/operational processes and manage the non-conformance and correct action process.

The role is located at our headquarters within Slough site. Working Monday to Friday during normal office hours (hybrid). This role is a Fixed Term Contract.

John Crane is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to crafting an inclusive environment for all employees.

Duties & Responsibilities (not limited to)

• Point of contact for day-to-day quality issues
• Lead daily material review meetings with cross-functional teams
• Review internal non-conformances and customer complaints and close in a timely manner
• Investigate problems to identify root causes and implement permanent corrective actions
• Prepare customer certification dossiers and document packs prior to release of product
• Maintain KPI data/charts and monitor trends to identify improvement activities and reduce Cost of Poor Quality
• Carry out internal audits to the UK audit schedule and facilitate closure of non-conformities
• Provide support in external audits (Certification body/Customer/Supplier)
• Create rejection documents/notifications and assist with concessions applications
• Work closely with other Quality Engineers and Operational Departments in resolution of quality issues
• Work on Continuous Improvement initiatives/projects as identified by the Quality Manager
• Provide other QA support as relevant for the role

The Individual

• Working knowledge of ISO9001 QMS standard; knowledge of AS9100 Aerospace standard would be an advantage
• Strong problem solving skills and hands on experience of Root Cause Analysis preferably gained in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of various quality tools 8D, PFMEA, Gauge R&R, Lean methodologies etc.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Good organisational skills
• Internal auditing certificate would be an advantage
• Degree/HND qualified in Science/Engineering/QA or equivalent

Diversity Clause

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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