Quality Engineer Salary: £38,000 - £43,000 per annumLocation: AndoverTerm: Permanent Overview Join an innovative company specializing in designing, manufacturing, and delivering solutions for challenging environments. We''re looking for a motivated and skilled Quality Engineer who thrives in fostering process excellence and ensuring exceptional product reliability. This is your chance to join an organization where quality and innovation are at the core, allowing you to develop your expertise while making a meaningful impact. Responsibilities Spearhead quality improvement initiatives in product development and manufacturing processes.Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and suppliers to achieve quality objectives and meet timeline commitments.Proactively identify risks, ensure compliance, and lead root cause analyses to drive process optimization.Plan and conduct audits to uphold compliance with safety and environmental standards, ensuring products meet and exceed expectations.Actively support operational tasks during peak periods or staffing gaps to ensure efficiency and maintain team productivity. Qualifications Previous experience in quality assurance, specifically within regulated industries such as defence or aerospace, is highly beneficial.Familiarity with relevant industry standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and additional certifications like ISO 45001 or AS9100, is desirable.Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies, such as APQP, PPAP, and 8D