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Magellan Aerospace Limited

Quality Engineer

Llay
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Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace, Llay Wrexham has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineer.

  • Full time permanent
  • 39 hours per week
  • Job location: Llay, Wrexham, LL12 0PB
  • Unionised site – works in partnership with Unite the Union

The Quality Engineer will play a key role in the day-to-day management, monitoring and continuous improvement of manufacturing quality performance within their designated production unit(s). The role will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Inspection and Quality Assurance to ensure product and process requirements are met and quality performance is continually improved.

Perks And Benefits

  • A company culture that promotes work life balance
  • Access to mental health support
  • Business performance related bonus
  • Career development opportunities
  • Commitment to continued learning and development
  • Long Service Awards
  • Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
  • Free parking
  • 25% off local gym membership

Essential Responsibilities

Analyse non-conformance data for improvement opportunities

  • Review data of non-conformances (minor & major rework, scrap, customer complaints etc.) to identify quality improvement opportunities through inspection and/or production processes
  • Establish action plans and engage relevant departments in order to implement required improvements
  • Lead/support root cause investigations and corrective actions, ensuring actions are appropriately documented, implemented and their effectiveness verified
  • Collate details of root cause analysis, corrective actions and verification to document and present performance improvements to management

Liaise with Engineering regarding inspection reference materials

  • Support the Engineering department in the creation and maintenance of visual aids
  • Report any issues/improvements with engineering reference materials
  • Ensure relevant quality and inspection reference documentation is clear, current and available to production and inspection personnel

Inspection stamp control

  • Responsible for issue, scope control and withdrawal of inspection stamps in line with the latest inspection stamp control process
  • Support activities to measure inspector competency to determine stamp issue, scope control and withdrawal
  • This includes keeping the inspection exam up to date in line with latest inspection SOPs and ensuring that the exam answers are kept confidential

Attend MRB meetings and support NCR activities

  • Attend daily MRB meeting for the production area
  • Support NCR/8D investigations
  • Train others how to conduct NCR/8D investigations and to use the latest issue forms
  • Support the timely closure of NCRs and corrective actions, ensuring appropriate evidence is available to demonstrate effective resolution

Collate scrap / quarantine data

  • Maintain data of scrap / quarantine for designated production unit to report daily
  • Analyse trends and identify opportunities to reduce scrap, rework and quarantine within the designated production area

Set up, maintain and conduct containment audits

  • Set up containment audits for the designated production unit to confirm containment actions implemented are being carried out effectively
  • Maintain containment audits in line with latest containments/Quality Alerts/One Point Lessons
  • Conduct containment audits at designated intervals
  • Escalate any failures in containment and ensure appropriate corrective actions are initiated

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PFMEA, Control Plans and FAIR / LAIR activities

  • Key involvement in multi-disciplined PFMEA teams
  • Support the development and review of PFMEAs and Control Plans to ensure identified product and process risks are appropriately controlled
  • Plan, coordinate and lead FAIR activities in accordance with applicable customer and regulatory requirements
  • Coordinate the required inspection activities, dimensional results, material/certification evidence, photographs and supporting documentation required to complete FAIR packages
  • Review FAIR documentation for completeness and accuracy and coordinate the resolution of any outstanding issues prior to submission/approval
  • Support Delta/Partial FAIR and LAIR activities where required
  • Create and distribute reports for FAIR activities

Quality Management Systems and Compliance

  • Support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Quality Management System processes within the manufacturing environment
  • Ensure adherence to applicable customer and regulatory requirements, including AS9100, NADCAP and customer-specific requirements
  • Support the implementation and maintenance of quality procedures, work instructions and processes within the designated production areas
  • Identify opportunities for improvement within the Quality Management System and manufacturing processes

Auditing

  • Conduct internal audits and process audits
  • Support product, process and containment audits within designated production areas
  • Identify, document and support the resolution of audit findings and opportunities for improvement

Quality Performance / KPIs

  • Record and measure quality performance KPIs
  • Analyse quality performance data and trends and provide information to management to support improvement activities
  • Monitor key measures including NCRs, scrap, rework, customer complaints and other relevant quality indicators

Training and Continuous Improvement

  • Provide quality-related training and guidance to production and inspection personnel where required
  • Promote a proactive quality culture and support continuous improvement activities within the manufacturing environment
  • Work collaboratively with Operations, Engineering, Inspection and Quality Assurance to identify and implement quality improvements

Position Requirements

Academic

  • HND / Degree in engineering/related technical subject, or experience in a similar role
  • Knowledge or experience of aerospace quality requirements
  • Knowledge of NADCAP requirements would be advantageous, particularly Chemical Processing, Heat Treatment, Welding and NDT

Experience

  • Similar experience in Quality Engineering or similar role within an aerospace production environment
  • Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings
  • Experience of investigating non-conformances and implementing corrective actions
  • Experience of conducting or supporting internal/process audits
  • Experience of FAIR/AS9102 activities would be advantageous

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Key Competencies

  • Quality control
  • Knowledge of AS9100 requirements
  • Root cause and corrective action investigation
  • Employee training
  • Data analysis
  • Presentation at all levels
  • FAIR / AS9102 knowledge
  • Audit and compliance awareness
  • Continuous improvement

Other Skills / Abilities

Skills

  • Good verbal and written communication skills at all levels
  • Strong numeracy and literacy skills
  • Strong skills using Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to analyse quality data and identify trends and improvement opportunities
  • Ability to communicate effectively with Operations, Engineering, Inspection and Quality Assurance

Abilities

  • Work well under pressure
  • Prioritise tasks effectively
  • Use initiative
  • Interpret engineering reference documentation, including standards and drawings
  • Manage multiple quality activities and deadlines effectively
  • Work independently while recognising when escalation is required

Personal Attributes

  • Results-oriented
  • Self-motivated
  • Strong quality focus
  • Proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement
  • Strong attention to detail

About us

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, defence and space agencies worldwide. The organization officially adopted the name “Magellan Aerospace Corporation” in 1996; deriving it from the intrepid explorer Ferdinand Magellan. His global exploits at the turn of the 15th century established a number of firsts, so the company’s vision has been to carry this same legacy into the future of the aerospace industry.

At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!

Note

Magellan may use an approved Artificial Intelligence (AI) note-taking tool to support the initial screening stage of its recruitment and selection process. All AI use is performed in accordance with Magellan’s privacy policies. Personal information associated with any job application will not be shared with or retained by any third party. Magellan has the ultimate discretion to determine which applications proceed through the initial screening process.

Confidentiality

Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.

Thank you for considering this exciting opportunity. This document is intended to provide the reader with information and is not a contractual document. Some of the material therefore may be subject to change.

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