Together for a cleaner, healthier world.

Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 organisation, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals and process technology. With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 12,600 people. We have more 200 years of success behind us; be part of the next stage of our growth journey and help maintain our reputation as one of the most admired organisations in our field. Our unique culture and people give us competitive advantage and will ensure our success for years to come. You can be part of that success story.

Catalyst Technologies (CT) is a market leader in the syngas value chain. It develops and supplies high-value, specialty process technology and catalysts for chemicals and fuels processing to enable our customers to operate efficiently, profitably and sustainably. With CT at the forefront of the transition to sustainable chemicals and fuels, the transition to net zero is creating exciting new opportunities in this sector.

The Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer reports to the Site Quality and Analytical Services Manager as Quality Functional Lead in the management, maintenance and delivery of Quality Management Systems (QMS) that are used by manufacturing teams on site. The QA Engineer develops and implements changes and improvements to QMS procedures and documentation, to ensure conformance with the ISO 9001:2015 standard and assists internal and external auditors in assessing conformance. The incumbent leads and ensures the correct recording of Non-Conforming Materials and monitors progress of resulting Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA). They progress the CAPA through the workflow by working with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), employing root cause analysis methods and documenting conclusions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop the QMS policies and other documentation

• Approve documentation as the Quality Functional Lead.

• Lead the Quality Management Review process.

• Ensure conformance to relevant parts of the ISO 9001:2015 standard.

• Provide leadership, educate the Operations and R&D Teams and ensure conformance with Quality Plans and FMEAs

• Create a positive culture and ensure conformance to the internal QMS is enforced and sustained.

• Manage the Internal Audit schedule and assign actions from the process.

• Conduct Internal Audits.

• Represent the Quality function at Non-Conforming Material (NCM) dispositions.

• Verify and ensure corrective and preventative actions (CAPA) are implemented and conformance sustained

• Manage and assure the gauge calibration management system

• Implement Quality tools like 6 sigma, 5Ys and root cause analysis.

• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and the implementation of best practice principles.

• Direct the Quality Assurance technician in their daily tasks.

• Ensure EHS requirements are met when performing all activities within the role.

• Carry out any other duties which are within the employee’s skills and abilities where reasonably instructed

Requirements for the role:

• Bachelors degree from a science/engineering field

• Relevant quality certifications desirable.

• Experience of working in a production environment is essential, preferably from a mechanical process manufacturing environment.

• Experience of a problem-solving process using root cause analysis

• Understanding of statistics and statistical control with respect to analysis of process/product data and deviation from specifications; demonstrated experience in analysis and review of data essential.

• Experience in practicing LEAN manufacturing methods.

• Experience of corrective and preventative actions (CAPA) systems and NCM disposition.

• Experience in implementing Quality Management System improvements and able to lead development of training Material would be a distinct advantage

• Role is primarily internal, however can be customer facing with presentations to customers if external audits are a requirement.

How you will be rewarded:

We offer competitive compensation and JM Elements benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 20 days annual leave (varies for shift- based roles). Our JM Elements Benefits programme helps our employees understand and manage the JM benefits, as well as helping you focus on your overall wellbeing – for you and your family.

We use our inspiring science and technology to enhance lives. For those who are passionate about sustainable solutions and shaping our markets, we offer stretch and a wealth of diverse opportunities.

We’ll give you freedom to bring your whole self to work and be part of a team where difference matters and all voices are heard, that genuinely cares for you and where your contribution is appreciated. We’ll empower you to lean in and make things happen, to create solutions and value for our customers. United by our values and vision, we’re self-starters sharing the same values and accountability and always with a shared commitment to doing the right thing. We’re passionate about making a difference and delivering a better tomorrow for us and for you – a cleaner and healthier world, today and for future generations.

Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part-time, job share and flexible working patterns.

How to apply:

If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.

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Are you as curious about the world as we are? Do you want to make a real difference to people's lives? A career at JM will provide the stimulation you need, giving you the opportunity to work with like-minded people on an exciting mix of projects.