Quality Engineer

Job Location: Paignton, Devon
Salary: £37000 - £45000 per annum + Additional benefits

Mego is delighted to partner with a thriving company in Paignton, offering an exceptional opportunity for a skilled Quality Engineer.

Our client, a leader in their sector, is experiencing rapid growth and is committed to fostering a collaborative, family-like culture where everyone’s input is valued.

This role is ideal for someone looking to join a global organisation with a passion for quality and continuous improvement.

You will lead investigations, drive root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to optimise performance across the site.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead quality investigations and manage corrective actions.
  • Oversee change management and conduct internal audits to industry standards.
  • Conduct product risk assessments, validations, and approvals.
  • Support creation and maintenance of Technical Files and essential records.
  • Promote Lean Manufacturing (5S, OEE, “Right First Time”).
  • Drive problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Perform supplier quality audits and encourage Lean principles.
  • Improve cost efficiency and quality performance metrics.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree and minimum 3 years of relevant experience (Medical Devices preferred).
  • Strong knowledge of Quality Systems (ISO 13485, EU MDR 2017/745, FDA 21 CFR 820).
  • Internal Auditor experience; Lead Auditor certification advantageous.
  • Excellent communicator with creative problem-solving skills (Six Sigma preferred).
  • Advanced IT skills for SOPs and work instructions.
  • Team-focused, eager to learn, and skilled at working with Operations teams.

This is an on-site role, working core day shift hours from 08:00 to 16:00.

We welcome applications through this advert or by calling 01803 840844 for a confidential, informal chat.

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