Quality Engineer

Are you passionate about quality, continuous improvement, and driving excellence in manufacturing? As a Quality Engineer at SPS – part of the BM Steel Group, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our products and processes meet the highest internal and external quality standards. You’ll work closely with production teams, suppliers, and customers to implement robust quality control measures, drive improvements, resolve issues, and maintain compliance with industry regulations. If you're a detail-oriented problem solver with experience in manufacturing, steel, oil & gas, or similar industries, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, customer specifications and other relevant quality standards.
• Develop and implement quality control procedures to maintain product consistency and reliability.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Maintain documentation and records in line with regulatory and customer requirements.
• Timely closure of customer issues with effective communication and resolution.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to improve product quality and reduce defects
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Work closely with suppliers to ensure material quality meets specifications and resolve supplier-related issues.

Desired requirements:

• Previous experience in steel, oil and gas, welding inspection, shipbuilding, renewable energy or manufacturing.
• Experience of ISO 9001:2015. Internal Auditor trained (or willingness to undergo training).
• Knowledge and understanding of steel/ steel grades/ specifications/ steel stockholding/ engineering terminology along with material testing/ NDT procedures.
• An ability to communicate at all levels is essential as you will be responsible for attending meetings, and facilitating and presenting on quality matters, to project teams, suppliers, and Client organisations.
• A high level of organisation and ability to multitask is essential, as you will have the responsibility for planning and completing many tasks simultaneously, and coordinating a small team of Quality staff.
• Computer literacy to include Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office packages. 

Package: Competitive salary 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays Pension scheme Annual performance bonus Life assurance Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Taste Card Free mortgage, legal and health advice Free will writing service Development opportunities Access to mental health first aiders Employee referral program Extra holiday for long service Birthday day off Special leave for significant life events, such as marriage, childbirth, or adoption About us: Established in 1997, SPS – Steel Processing Services has been a trusted supplier to the steel industry for over 25 years. As part of the Barclay & Mathieson (B&M) Group, we are one of the UK’s leading steel stockholders and processors, delivering high-quality products and services to the construction, engineering, and manufacturing sectors. Our comprehensive steel processing capabilities include laser cutting, plasma cutting, flame cutting, shot blasting, and painting, ensuring we meet a wide range of customer specifications. With a commitment to innovation and precision, we provide tailored solutions that help our customers succeed. At SPS and across the B&M Group, our employees are our greatest asset. We operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, embedding our core values—Innovation, Inspiration, Collaboration, Integrity, and Excellence—in everything we do. With a strong nationwide presence and continuous investment in people, processes, and technology, we’re always looking for talented individuals to join our growing team.