Quality Control Engineer
| Posting date: | 21 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,000 to £35,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 June 2026 |
| Location: | Sittingbourne, Kent |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Senex Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Title: Quality Control Engineer
Location – Sittingbourne, Kent
Salary: £33,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
The Quality Control Engineer role
A growing manufacturing business in Sittingbourne, Kent is seeking a Quality Control Engineer to support its Quality Control team.
Reporting to the Quality Control Manager, you will help ensure that all products, raw materials and components meet the required quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This is a hands-on quality role
Key responsibilities for this Quality Control Engineer Job
Perform technical validation of products, raw materials including reading technical drawings
Analyse data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement
Create and maintain testing sheets and SOPs for inspections
Support root-cause investigations using problem-solving tools
Maintain and improve housekeeping in the Quality lab
Ensure all measuring and testing equipment is calibrated and maintained
Report all incidents or accidents through the correct channels
What we’re looking for
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a quality team within manufacturing or a testing laboratory
Understanding of inspection, testing, and quality control methodologies
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Excellent attention to detail, communication, and reporting skills
Capable of working independently or as part of a team under pressure
IT literate and comfortable using quality and testing software
Desirable experience
CMM measurement experience
Knowledge of Six Sigma principles
5S continuous improvement experience
Familiarity with ISO 9001 and relevant industry standards such as BSI
What’s on offer
Salary £33,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
Weekly pay
Bonus (subject to company performance)
Training and career development opportunities
Company pension
Benefits platform offering health, wellbeing, and money-saving opportunities
Ready to Apply for this Quality Control Engineer Role
This is a permanent full-time position based in Sittingbourne, Kent.
Due to the confidential nature of this appointment, full company details will be shared on application or during an initial, discreet conversation with Senex Recruitment.
To discuss this role in confidence or apply, contact Kevin McHugh at Senex Recruitment by calling 01424 211872, or apply via the Senex Recruitment website.
Location – Sittingbourne, Kent
Salary: £33,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
The Quality Control Engineer role
A growing manufacturing business in Sittingbourne, Kent is seeking a Quality Control Engineer to support its Quality Control team.
Reporting to the Quality Control Manager, you will help ensure that all products, raw materials and components meet the required quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This is a hands-on quality role
Key responsibilities for this Quality Control Engineer Job
Perform technical validation of products, raw materials including reading technical drawings
Analyse data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement
Create and maintain testing sheets and SOPs for inspections
Support root-cause investigations using problem-solving tools
Maintain and improve housekeeping in the Quality lab
Ensure all measuring and testing equipment is calibrated and maintained
Report all incidents or accidents through the correct channels
What we’re looking for
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a quality team within manufacturing or a testing laboratory
Understanding of inspection, testing, and quality control methodologies
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Excellent attention to detail, communication, and reporting skills
Capable of working independently or as part of a team under pressure
IT literate and comfortable using quality and testing software
Desirable experience
CMM measurement experience
Knowledge of Six Sigma principles
5S continuous improvement experience
Familiarity with ISO 9001 and relevant industry standards such as BSI
What’s on offer
Salary £33,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
Weekly pay
Bonus (subject to company performance)
Training and career development opportunities
Company pension
Benefits platform offering health, wellbeing, and money-saving opportunities
Ready to Apply for this Quality Control Engineer Role
This is a permanent full-time position based in Sittingbourne, Kent.
Due to the confidential nature of this appointment, full company details will be shared on application or during an initial, discreet conversation with Senex Recruitment.
To discuss this role in confidence or apply, contact Kevin McHugh at Senex Recruitment by calling 01424 211872, or apply via the Senex Recruitment website.