Quality Systems Engineer
@ NORIT Activated Carbon

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
£45,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 26 days ago

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Job Overview

Activate your potential – join NORIT Activated Carbon, the world leader in activated carbon production. As a Quality Systems Engineer in Glasgow, you will drive excellence in manufacturing operations by ensuring compliance with ISO/IATF standards, leading quality improvements, and partnering with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Management Systems (QMS) aligned with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.
  • Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
  • Manage quality documentation and control procedures.
  • Lead root cause analysis and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
  • Collaborate with production teams using Lean and Six Sigma methods.
  • Oversee product inspections, testing, and validation across the product lifecycle.
  • Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) and ensure timely resolution.
  • Conduct supplier quality management activities including audits and performance monitoring.
  • Ensure compliance with automotive standards and certifications.
  • Deliver quality training and promote a culture of quality awareness.
  • Analyze quality data and KPIs to monitor performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Conduct FMEA and risk assessments to mitigate potential quality issues.
  • Lead quality improvement projects and mentor junior engineers.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
  • Proven experience in quality systems engineering within the automotive industry.
  • Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and automotive regulatory standards.
  • Proficiency with audits, CAPA, FMEA, SPC, PPAP, and root cause analysis tools.
  • Experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt desirable).
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Benefits & Environment

Competitive salary and additional benefits with a supportive, dynamic, down-to-earth work environment.

A flat organization where ownership and initiatives are valued; on-the-job learning, training, and courses available.

About NORIT Activated Carbon

NORIT Activated Carbon is a global leader producing various qualities of activated carbon for industrial markets including automotive, environmental, and chemical. With manufacturing plants in the Netherlands, United Kingdom, Italy, and United States, as well as a Global Business Service center in Riga, NORIT offers a broad portfolio of solutions and technical expertise.

Key skills/competency

  • Quality Management
  • ISO 9001
  • IATF 16949
  • Audits
  • CAPA
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Six Sigma
  • FMEA
  • Supplier Quality
  • Root Cause Analysis
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How to Get Hired at NORIT Activated Carbon

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research NORIT's culture: Study their mission and global presence.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight quality systems and audit expertise.
  • Prepare for interviews: Emphasize Lean, Six Sigma, and ISO experience.
  • Show technical proficiency: Demonstrate audit, CAPA, FMEA skills.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.
Practice internal audit and CAPA methodologies.
Study Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma processes.
Prepare with FMEA and root cause analysis techniques.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging audit experience.
Explain handling cross-functional conflicts.
Discuss a quality improvement project.
Share experiences mentoring junior staff.

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