Senior Quality and Process Control Engineer

Senior Quality & Process Control EngineerLocation

Wolverhampton

Company Overview

Chase Taylor Recruitment are working on behalf of a leading manufacturer within the window and door hardware industry to recruit an experienced Senior Quality & Process Control Engineer.

This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused engineer to join a manufacturing environment where you will play a key role in improving processes, maintaining product standards, and driving continuous improvement across operations.

You will work closely with production teams, engineering functions, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to identify quality issues, implement effective solutions, and enhance both product performance and manufacturing efficiency.

Role Overview

The role focuses on quality assurance, process control, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing setting. You will be responsible for identifying quality challenges, analysing root causes, and implementing robust corrective and preventative actions to drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead quality improvement activities across manufacturing processesInvestigate quality issues and implement corrective and preventative actions (CAPA)
• Apply structured problem-solving techniques (8D, 5 Whys, FMEA, root cause analysis)Develop and maintain quality documentation, control plans, and process standardsSupport internal and external audits, inspections, and CI initiatives
• Analyse quality data to reduce defects, waste, and process variation
• Support new product introductions and process development activities
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve performance
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations

Experience & Skills Required

• Previous experience in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Process Control within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of quality systems, process control, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
• Experience with quality tools including 8D, CAPA, SPC, MSA, and FMEA
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a hands-on approach
• Experience within fenestration, window and door hardware, engineered components, or similar industries is advantageous

About You

You are a proactive, detail-oriented engineer who thrives on solving problems and improving processes. You are confident challenging existing practices and driving measurable improvements that enhance quality and operational performance.

You enjoy working collaboratively across departments and take pride in delivering high-quality, reliable manufacturing outcomes.

Summary

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within a specialist manufacturing business operating in the window and door hardware sector, with strong scope for influencing quality standards and process improvement initiatives