Senior Quality Engineer

Senior Quality Engineer

Who we are:

We are Severn Glocon, leaders in the design, engineering, and manufacture of innovative bespoke valve solutions for the most demanding applications in the energy and industrial processes’ sectors. With a legacy of excellence spanning over several decades, we are committed to delivering high-performance products and services that exceed our customers' expectations.

Our success is built on the talents and dedication of our diverse team. We cultivate an inclusive and collaborative work environment where every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. We are passionate about fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth, ensuring our employees have the resources and opportunities to develop their skills and advance their careers.

Severn Glocon is a place where innovation meets expertise. Our team members are encouraged to think creatively and drive technological advancements that shape the future of our industry. We believe in the power of teamwork and are dedicated to creating a supportive environment where you can thrive.

If you are looking to join a forward-thinking company that values your contributions, supports your growth, Severn Glocon is the place for you. Together, we can achieve great things and make a lasting impact.

What you’ll do as Senior Quality Engineer:

As Senior Quality Engineer you’ll be responsible for monitoring, assessing and reporting on the quality of product and processes, ensuring manufacturing processes are performed correctly and in line with required standards and specifications.

Your main responsibilities will be to:

Carry out root cause analysis, problem solving and implement correction and corrective actions using recognised methodologies e.g. 5 Why, 8D, A3 or DMAIC.
Drive NCR’s close out in a timely manner with stakeholders across the business.
Support deployment of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies within the Business Unit.
Drive Zero Non-conformance and Right First Time Culture using recognized techniques.
Raise corrective action requests and manage timely close out with relevant parties.
Improvement of compliance and quality of products/services.
Monitor, test and report on quality of product and processes, ensuring manufacturing processes are performed correctly and identifying non-conformances and improvement opportunities.
Review, improvement, design and implementation of standard operating procedures and processes to ensure that products meet required specification and customer expectations.
Initiate, recommend and deliver solutions to improvement opportunities.
Conduct Internal / External Quality & Compliance audits.
Improve Customer satisfaction / complaints and progressive improvement of Business Unit KPI’s.
Provide Quality data / reports in a timely manner.Maintain relevant quality documentation.
What you’ll need as Senior Quality Engineer:

Minimum HNC Qualified (Quality or Manufacturing Engineering).
Minimum Quality Management Diploma.
Trained in Root Cause Analysis recognised methodologies e.g. 5 Why, 8D, A3 and / or DMAIC.
Minimum Trained Internal Auditor.
Lead Auditor (beneficial).
In depth knowledge of ISO 9001.
Ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings
Ability to understand and interpret customer specifications
Able to identify and resolve problems using a structured and data driven approach
Root Cause and Corrective Action practitioner using recognized techniques
Training/Experience in Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies is beneficial
Experience working with Quality Management Systems (QMS)
Application of measurement, analysis or continuous improvement tools
PC literate - capable user of MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook and MS PowerPoint.
Minimum one-year related experience and / or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
What we will offer the successful as Senior Quality Engineer:

At Severn Glocon, we offer more than just a salary. You’ll be joining a business built on quality and innovation, our people are empowered to bring their whole self to work. We offer a range of additional rewards and benefits including:

Salary exchange Company pension scheme (7% Company/5% employee contribution)
25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays
Life Assurance 3x salary
Peer to peer recognition scheme
Early finish Friday
Christmas shutdown
Health Cash Plan
There’s some extras too to make your life at work even more rewarding – we run a Works Partnership Committee, give you access to free independent financial advice, an Employee Assistance Programme, and rewards for referring great people.

Apply now and you could soon be part of our great community of colleagues.

Equal Opportunities

At Severn Group we are guided by our values in everything we do and recognise that being a diverse and inclusive employer is fundamental to our success. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on disability, age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, national origin, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation