Quality Compliance Engineer

iST Power Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic engineering firm in Manchester seeks a Quality Compliance Engineer to enhance product quality and compliance. You will support ISO audits, manage compliance, and drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in quality roles, is familiar with ISO9001:2015, and adopts a hands-on approach. This position offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for career advancement in an innovative environment focused on sustainability.

Benefits

Free health scheme

Life insurance

Company pension

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Quality role in a technical or manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on approach, with significant time spent on the shop floor.
• Interest in sustainability and continuous improvement processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Compliance Director in developing quality processes.
• Perform ISO audits and manage compliance across sites.
• Drive continuous improvement by mitigating risks in processes.
• Lead internal and external audits and manage suppliers.
• Engage in training initiatives related to quality awareness.

Skills

ISO9001:2015 familiarity

Quality management

Compliance auditing

Continuous improvement

Environmental processes

Education

Engineering or technical qualification

Job description

At iST Power, we specialize in creating custom-designed transformers and power solutions that support critical infrastructure worldwide. From renewable energy to defense projects for the Ministry of Defense, our products are at the heart of innovations driving essential systems forward.

We’re looking for a Quality Compliance Engineer to join our team and help ensure our products and manufacturing processes continue to meet the highest standards of excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, engineering-led environment where you’ll have a direct impact on innovation and quality in both manufacturing and compliance.

What You'll Do:

Support the Compliance Director in developing and maintaining robust quality processes

Perform ISO audits and manage compliance across all sites

Drive continuous improvement by identifying and mitigating risks in manufacturing processes

Lead internal and external audits and manage critical suppliers

Engage in training initiatives, from Quality Awareness to toolbox talks

Contribute to maintaining and improving ISO9001:2015 and ISO14001:2015 certifications

What We’re Looking For:

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Quality role in a technical or manufacturing environment

Familiarity with ISO9001:2015 process management

A keen interest in environmental processes (ISO14001:2015) and ISO45001:2023 accreditation

A hands-on, practical approach—you’ll spend up to 50% of your time on the shop floor

Engineering or technical qualification with experience in quality management systems

Why Join Us?

Innovative work environment where you’ll contribute to cutting-edge projects

Clear career progression with opportunities to grow into leadership roles

A strong focus on sustainability and continuous improvement

Competitive benefits package including free health scheme, life insurance, and company pension.

If you're passionate about quality engineering and want to play a pivotal role in creating first-class products that make a difference, we want to hear from you!