Quality Assurance Engineer

Quality Assurance Engineer – Birmingham
Up to £45,000 (DOE)
Birmingham
Permanent
Full-time with early finish on Fridays

We are working on behalf of a well-established, family-run manufacturing business based in Birmingham who specialise in high-quality metal components for the luxury interiors market. With a strong reputation for precision engineering, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business that values quality, innovation, and long-term development.

The Role
We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Engineer to join a growing technical team. You will play a key role in ensuring all manufactured components meet strict quality standards, supporting both production and engineering teams to maintain excellence across all processes.
This role would suit someone with a strong background in machining, metals, and quality systems who enjoys problem-solving and working in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and test products to ensure compliance with engineering specifications
• Monitor production processes and apply corrective actions where required
• Maintain and update quality documentation, including inspection reports and procedures
• Carry out root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventative actions
• Work closely with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to resolve quality issues
• Support and deliver training on quality standards and procedures
• Ensure adherence to SOPs and internal quality systems

What We’re Looking For

• Strong experience in a quality engineering or QA role within manufacturing
• Good understanding of metals, machining processes, and tooling
• Proficient in CAD software
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawings
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Confident communicator with strong teamwork skills
• Experience producing technical documentation for manufacturing

Desirable Experience

• Experience with Autodesk Vault
• Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems
• Background in mechanical engineering or a related discipline
• Exposure to shop floor machining or hardware manufacturing environments

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £45,000 depending on experience
• Early finish on Fridays
• Opportunity to join a highly respected manufacturing business
• Supportive and values-driven working culture
• Long-term career development within a growing team

If you are a detail-driven Quality Engineer looking for your next challenge in a precision manufacturing environment, we would like to hear from you. Contact Jodie Hodgson @ Birmingham Pertemps