Quality Assurance Engineer

Cubed Talent are proud to be partnering with a market-leading, design-to-order engineering manufacturer to recruit an experienced Quality Control Engineer. This is a pivotal role focused on ensuring machines leave the factory meeting the highest standards of quality, reliability and customer expectation. Acting as the voice of the customer during Factory PDI and Buy-Offs, you will play a key role in protecting product integrity while driving improvements across assembly, supplier quality and internal processes. If you’re a technically strong quality professional with a background in complex mechanical engineering and a passion for continuous improvement, this is an opportunity to make a visible impact. The Opportunity As Quality Control Engineer, you will work within the Assembly Inspection team to ensure final product quality prior to customer testing and sign-off. You’ll support the ongoing development of business processes and product quality by identifying improvement opportunities and helping implement effective change. This role combines hands-on inspection, root cause investigation and cross-functional collaboration — ensuring that quality is built into processes, not just inspected at the end. Key Responsibilities You will ensure final product quality prior to customer testing, acting as the voice of the customer during factory PDI and Buy-Offs, and promoting a culture where process owners take accountability for quality performance. You will drive problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives, reducing the cost of poor quality, investigating non-conformances, and improving right-first-time performance across assembly and supplied parts. You will support supplier quality and complaint processes, assist Purchasing in developing supply chain capability, and contribute to PPAP and supplier performance management. Additionally, you will monitor and report on Quality KPIs, support internal audits of the Integrated Management System (ISO 9001 & 14001), and provide analysis to inform senior leadership decision-making. What You’ll Bring You'll have a minimum 5 years’ experience within a complex design-to-order engineering organisation, operating within a Quality-focused engineering role. Strong knowledge of root cause analysis and process control techniques, strong working knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and production techniques and experience diagnosing manufacturing faults and non-conformance issues are all important pre-requisites. Ideally you will hold HND (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline and have formal Quality training (e.g., CQI / IRCA trained auditor) but experience will be considered without formal qualifications. Technical Knowledge & Expertise Working knowledge of ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 fundamentals Knowledge of machining, fabrication, welding, sand/die casting Understanding of SPC and Lean Manufacturing techniques Awareness of electrical and pneumatic systems Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Why Join? This is an opportunity to play a key role in ensuring product excellence within a technically demanding, precision-led manufacturing environment. You’ll work at the interface of Engineering, Assembly and Supply Chain — influencing quality performance and driving meaningful improvement. Location: Leeds Some travel required (occasional overnight stays) Salary: £47,651 per annum (inclusive of shift allowance) Benefits: Up to £2200 bonus annually Health cash plan Competitive pension scheme 33 days annual leave Free onsite parking Working hours: Double day shift - 6am-2pm and 2pm-10pm rotating. Ready to help deliver engineering excellence through robust quality control? Apply today with a full CV or contact Jess Heywood for a confidential discussion on 01274 599354.

Cubed Talent are proud to be partnering with a market-leading engineering manufacturer to recruit an experienced Quality Assurance Engineer. This is a pivotal role focused on ensuring that business processes and products meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and customer expectation. Acting as the voice of the customer, you will play a key role in embedding a “Total Quality” culture, driving continuous improvement across manufacturing, assembly, supplier quality, and internal systems. If you’re a technically strong quality professional with a background in mechanical engineering and a passion for process improvement, this is an opportunity to make a visible impact across the business. The Opportunity As Quality Assurance Engineer, you will facilitate business functions to ensure they operate in line with the company’s Quality Commitment and Policy. You will support departments in improving processes, resolving non-conformances, managing supplier quality, and reducing the impact of poor quality. This role combines hands-on investigation, cross-functional collaboration, and systems development — ensuring that quality is embedded into every aspect of the business rather than simply inspected at the end. Key Responsibilities You will promote a “Total Quality” ethos across all business functions, acting as the voice of the customer to ensure process owners are accountable for quality performance. You will investigate internal non-conformances and component failures, resolve customer complaints, and facilitate supplier approvals, audits, and performance improvement initiatives. You will support the development and maintenance of the Integrated Management System (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001), conduct internal audits, create and review inspection reports, and proactively improve internal systems. Additionally, you will monitor Quality KPIs, support enterprise change management, and provide reporting to inform senior leadership decision-making. What You’ll Bring You will have a minimum HND, Engineering Degree, or equivalent experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally with formal Quality training (e.g., CQI / IRCA). Experience in auditing, mechanical engineering practices, and production techniques such as machining, fabrication, welding, and casting is essential. You should be confident investigating faults, interpreting engineering drawings, and driving process improvements across teams. Experience of ISO systems, Lean tools, and data-driven problem solving will be highly valued. Technical Knowledge & Expertise Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 standards Familiarity with mechanical engineering production techniques (machining, fabrication, welding, casting) Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Quality tools Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Experience with ERP/IT systems such as IBS or JDE Why Join? This is an opportunity to play a central role in shaping quality assurance within a technically sophisticated manufacturing business. You’ll work across departments, influence process owners, manage supplier quality, and strengthen systems to ensure continuous improvement. Location: Shipley Salary: £39,300 per annum Benefits: Up to £2200 annual bonus Flexible start/finish times Health cash plan Pension scheme 33 days annual leave Opportunity to work within a highly collaborative, improvement-focused environment Ready to drive quality excellence across a precision-led manufacturing business? Apply today with a full CV or contact Jess Heywood for a confidential discussion on 01274 599354. Cubed Talent are proud to be partnering with a market-leading engineering manufacturer to recruit an experienced Quality Assurance Engineer. This is a pivotal role focused on ensuring that business processes and products meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and customer expectation. Acting as the voice of the customer, you will play a key role in embedding a “Total Quality” culture, driving continuous improvement across manufacturing, assembly, supplier quality, and internal systems. If you’re a technically strong quality professional with a background in mechanical engineering and a passion for process improvement, this is an opportunity to make a visible impact across the business. The Opportunity As Quality Assurance Engineer, you will facilitate business functions to ensure they operate in line with the company’s Quality Commitment and Policy. You will support departments in improving processes, resolving non-conformances, managing supplier quality, and reducing the impact of poor quality. This role combines hands-on investigation, cross-functional collaboration, and systems development — ensuring that quality is embedded into every aspect of the business rather than simply inspected at the end. Key Responsibilities You will promote a “Total Quality” ethos across all business functions, acting as the voice of the customer to ensure process owners are accountable for quality performance. You will investigate internal non-conformances and component failures, resolve customer complaints, and facilitate supplier approvals, audits, and performance improvement initiatives. You will support the development and maintenance of the Integrated Management System (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001), conduct internal audits, create and review inspection reports, and proactively improve internal systems. Additionally, you will monitor Quality KPIs, support enterprise change management, and provide reporting to inform senior leadership decision-making. What You’ll Bring You will have a minimum HND, Engineering Degree, or equivalent experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally with formal Quality training (e.g., CQI / IRCA). Experience in auditing, mechanical engineering practices, and production techniques such as machining, fabrication, welding, and casting is essential. You should be confident investigating faults, interpreting engineering drawings, and driving process improvements across teams. Experience of ISO systems, Lean tools, and data-driven problem solving will be highly valued. Technical Knowledge & Expertise Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 standards Familiarity with mechanical engineering production techniques (machining, fabrication, welding, casting) Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Quality tools Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Experience with ERP/IT systems such as IBS or JDE Why Join? This is an opportunity to play a central role in shaping quality assurance within a technically sophisticated manufacturing business. You’ll work across departments, influence process owners, manage supplier quality, and strengthen systems to ensure continuous improvement. Location: Shipley Salary: £39,300 per annum Benefits: Health cash plan Pension scheme 33 days annual leave Professional development support Opportunity to work within a highly collaborative, improvement-focused environment Ready to drive quality excellence across a precision-led manufacturing business? Apply today with a full CV or contact Jess Heywood for a confidential discussion on 01274 599354.

Raw Materials Buyer  Location: Shipley Salary: £39,300 PA  Benefits: Non-contractual annual bonus, enhanced pension scheme, 33 days holiday, Westfield Health, and flexible working hours. About the Company Our client is a global leader in the design, development, and manufacture of high-speed metal forming and finishing machinery, with operations in 41 countries and an annual turnover exceeding $8.5 billion. Recognised with multiple Queen’s Awards for Enterprise for innovation, international trade, and sustainable development, this is an organisation that combines technical excellence with a commitment to continuous improvement and customer success. About the Role We’re looking for an experienced and proactive Engineering Buyer to join the Procurement team on a permanent basis. This key position ensures the timely and cost-effective procurement of raw materials. You’ll play a central role in coordinating with suppliers, technical teams, and service departments to keep production and customer operations running smoothly. Key Responsibilities Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and terms with suppliers. Source and procure raw materials and components for mechanical, electrical, and control systems. Ensure on-time availability of raw materials to support manufacture. Maintain accurate data in ERP systems – including specifications, lead times, and pricing. Manage supplier relationships, performance, and compliance with quality and delivery standards. Support continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives through effective sourcing and negotiation. Work collaboratively with Engineering, Service, and Planning teams to forecast and meet demand. Monitor stock levels, slow-moving and obsolete inventory, and drive efficiency in parts availability. Assist with warranty claims and product returns by providing accurate documentation. Generate reports on procurement KPIs, supplier performance, and inventory metrics. Uphold ethical procurement practices and maintain integrity in all supplier relationships. About You You’re a confident, detail-oriented professional with a solid background in procurement, supply chain, or buying — ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment. You’ll bring a blend of technical understanding, commercial awareness, and relationship management skills, along with a proactive, customer-focused mindset. What you’ll need: Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience) in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering (CIPS ideally but not essential). Minimum 2 years’ experience in procurement, within an engineering or manufacturing environment. Experience sourcing to engineering drawings, BOMs, and from international suppliers. Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and strong MS Excel/Word skills. Excellent negotiation, communication, and supplier management abilities. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement. Why Join? Be part of a world-class engineering organisation with a reputation for innovation and excellence. Enjoy a collaborative, supportive culture where initiative and continuous improvement are valued. Benefit from a competitive salary, strong pension scheme, 33 days holiday, Westfield Health, and flexible working hours. Interested? Contact Jess at Cubed Talent on 01274 599354 or apply online today with your full CV.

Are you an experienced CNC Machinist (Turner)? Are you looking for a role where you can grow and develop your skills? If yes, this is the role for you! Our client has an outstanding reputation for innovative technologies and delivering first-class quality assemblies and critical components for a number of industries including aerospace.  Due to growth and increased orders, they are now looking to recruit a CNC Machinist for a weekday night shift, based at their manufacturing site in Shipley, West Yorkshire.   Our client is ideally looking for a multi-skilled CNC Machinist but would consider a milling or turning bias, with the opportunity to upskill to become a multi-skilled CNC Machinist. The purpose of the role will be to machine precision components to specification, ensuring a 'right first time' approach to exceed customer expectations.  What's in it for you?  £40,560.00 Per Annum /£19.50 Per hour, which is inclusive of the shift allowance for nights.   40 hours per week with flexible start and finish times between 4:30pm/5:30am over Monday to Thursday. 32 days holiday, inclusive of public holidays, pro rata  Free Parking  Uniform  The Role  Working from drawings and instructions to machine first off's  Setting and operating a range of machines, with Fanuc, Siemens and Heidenhain controls  Quality checking parts using Mitutoyo CMM  Contributing to lean manufacturing and delivering operational efficiencies within their cell Reporting any non-conformance and support the quality department when investigating the root cause Working on batches of 50-110 plus  Working to tight tolerances (Microns)  Machining Aluminium, Inconel, Titanium and Steel  The Candidate  Ideally, hold an Engineering Qualification or have significant experience in CNC Machining  Ability to work from Engineering drawings  Passionate about working to 'right first time' standards  Experience of CNC milling and/or turning  Ability to work in a positive/collaborative culture where continuous improvement is paramount. We are welcoming applications from CNC Machinists who are looking to become key stakeholders in shaping and influencing the business through their passion for engineering.