Quality Assurance Engineer (Manufacturing/Aerospace)

Luxfermeltechnologies; Manchester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Greater Manchester is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to ensure KPIs are met in both manufacturing quality assurance and aerospace innovation. Responsibilities include conducting audits, maintaining compliance, and collaborating on continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering or a related field, relevant experience, and strong skills in quality assurance methodologies. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working options.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Flexible working

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced company pension

Paid professional development opportunities

Paid time to volunteer

Referral scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or aerospace quality assurance role.
• Strong knowledge of CAPA.
• Experience with supplier quality audits.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements.
• Maintain and calibrate inspection equipment.
• Conduct internal audits and collaborate with stakeholders.

Skills

Quality Assurance tools and methodologies

Internal Auditor experience in EN 9100 Rev D

Proficiency in reading technical drawings

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Diploma in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SAP QM

Inspection equipment

Job description

Drive quality in advanced manufacturing and aerospace innovation!

Why work for us?

Quality Assurance Engineer (Manufacturing/Aerospace)

• Salary in the region of £34,000 to £40,000 depending on experience
• Potential to earn annual bonus
• Flexible working may be discussed at interview
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced company pension
• Opportunity to participate in company share option scheme
• Paid professional development opportunities
• Paid time to volunteer
• Referral scheme
• Free parking

The Role

As a Quality Assurance Engineer, you will work closely with the Quality Manager on a wide range of manufacturing quality assurance activities to ensure KPIs are achieved. You will play an integral role in investigating and responding to non‑conformances, analysing production quality data, driving continuous improvement, maintaining and calibrating inspection equipment, and supporting both internal and external audits.

The successful candidate will work within the Quality Assurance department, supporting key processes including New Product Introduction (NPI) and Product Realisation, with a strong understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS), ideally within the aerospace or advanced manufacturing industries. Experience in reviewing engineering drawings, machining techniques for metal parts, and supplier auditing, qualification, and monitoring is highly desirable.

Main responsibilities

• Ensure safe working practices and compliance with company HSE requirements
• Support Quality, Compliance, and Materials QC departments
• Carry out internal audits and, preferably, audits of external suppliers and subcontracted processes
• Maintain and calibrate inspection equipment, and review inspection reports including FAIRs
• Liaise with Quality Managers and external stakeholders on quality issues
• Collaborate with other departments on operational and continuous improvement initiatives. Conduct activities related to SAP QM, CAPA, internal audits, and concessions, ensuring timely and accurate completion
• Any other duties within the post holder’s competence as requested

What you need to be successful

• Diploma or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Operations, Material Science, Chemistry, or related discipline
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or aerospace quality assurance role
• Strong knowledge of Quality Assurance tools and methodologies (e.g., CAPA)
• Internal Auditor experience in EN 9100 Rev D
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings
• Experience with machining processes and supplier quality audits
• Familiarity with inspection equipment and quality reporting (FAIRs)
• Competence with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience with SAP QM and document control systems (e.g., SharePoint)
• Excellent communication skills, proactive mindset, and strong team ethic

You will be employed on a permanent contract working from our site in Swinton, Greater Manchester, working 37 hours per week Monday to Friday with flexibility to meet business need. You will demonstrate excellent teamwork and accountability, influencing colleagues in other departments.

The Luxfer Culture: Be Part of Something Bigger

We’re committed to a culture of teamwork, open communication, and the personal development of each member of our team. Our vision is to be the global partner of choice in the supply of high-performance magnesium and zirconium materials. We believe everyone here can make a difference, and our people are testament to that. By hiring the best talent and providing the best tools for our people to get the job done, we give everyone the chance to share in our success.

This position may require access to US ITAR controlled information under a US export authorization/licence. Applicants must be from a non‑ITAR 126.1 country.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. If you wish to request that your application be considered under the terms of our Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please explicitly state so in your CV and/or accompanying cover letter.