Quality Engineer

Job Description This role will join the team in order to support the quality department. You will be responsible for the effective running of the QA lab, maintenance of IMS system (BRC & 14001), key trend analysis and on site problem solving for non-conformance/complaint root cause investigation. This is a hands-on role within a small quality team.Main ResponsibilitiesYou will report directly into the quality manger and support with site quality functions which include:Root cause analysis (FMEA, 8D, fishbone)Assist with customer complaint handling (investigation, response, RMA)Lead and facilitate non-conformance investigation and reportingAssist with CAPA managementProduct Testing (FAI) - ensuring product compliance (supporting quality technician)Parts dimensional analysis (CMM)Data collection, collation and development of site improvement activitiesQuality training with production staffDay to day management of QA lab ensuring good housekeeping & 5S initiativesCalibration and management of lab equipmentSupport with Internal/external auditingOrganise and manage external testing (sensory, migration)Interdepartmental group work (change control, trials, report writing)Trend analysis and monitoring -KPIsReview, develop and implementation of SOPs, WI and FormsCapability studies and performance monitoring - SPCAssist with the maintenance and analysis of management system (BRC, 14001)New product validations and subsequent report writingEssential skillsEducated to a high level in Quality or related topics (process/plastic/chemical engineering) or proven industry experience equivalentExperience using quality tools (8D, FMEA, Fishbone)Strong organisational (record keeping), report writing and communication skillsFamiliarity with NPD/new product launch processesAbility to use metrological equipmentExperience of internal auditingStrong analytical skills (capability studies, SPC)IT literate and proficient in Microsoft officeDesirable skillsA strong understanding of injection mouldingKnowledge/familiarity with food packaging industry standards/regulations/legislation including BRCPrevious experience in a plastic packaging manufacturing or FMCG companyPrevious experience using CMM machine Hexagon is preferableSix Sigma belt or equivalent experienceKnowledge/familiarity with ISO14001Previous experience with Microsoft dynamicsThe CompanyUNITED CAPS is a global industry reference for the design and production of high performance plastic caps and closures. As a dedicated partner, we enable customers to evolve and extend their own packaging solutions and to maintain their leading position. Therefore we make custom designed specialty closures for a wide variety of international companies in the packaging markets. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg and has manufacturing facilities in Belgium, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Luxembourg, Malaysia and Spain.Our ValuesRespect your colleagues as individuals and accept their differencesBe a team player. Trust your colleagues, have confidence in their competencies and respect their responsibilitiesBe reliable and honour your commitmentKeep the customer in mind in all your actionsBe honest when exercising your responsibilitiesKeep an entrepreneurial mindset. Suggest initiatives.

Created: 2025-12-13