Quality Engineer – Automotive Assembly

Rhenus SE & Co. KG -
Manchester

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time

Benefits

Free parking
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Employee discount

Qualifications

Six Sigma Green Belt
Quality management
ISO 9001
Assembly
Statistical analysis
Bachelor's degree
Root cause analysis
Communication skills

Full job description

Start date 31/07/2026

Time Type Full time

Contract Type
Permanent

Mobile Work No mobile working

Reference ID JR118291

Company Name Rhenus Logistics Ltd.

Location

Manchester

Job Category Project Management

Business Unit
Automotive

Contact Person Jason Cropper

Your Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

Our enhanced pension scheme helps you plan for a secure future, with greater contributions to boost your retirement savings and give you peace of mind.

Continuous Training

Sharpen your skills and advance your expertise with our professional development programme.

Exclusive Discounts

Access to our discount portal to save money on your everyday spending, holidays, fitness & leisure

Free Parking

For your convenience, plus our EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme driving electric more affordable, letting you lease a new electric car with savings on tax and National Insurance, plus hassle-free setup and maintenance.

Health & Sports

Our Employee Assistance Programme provides 24/7 confidential support for any mental, physical, financial, or personal challenges. It includes a hotline, personalised counselling, and a wealth of online resources to help you navigate life's ups and downs.

Holiday Bonus

Enhanced holiday entitlement with the ability to flex your holiday entitlement further with our buy and sell scheme.

Reference ID JR118291

Company Name Rhenus Logistics Ltd.

Location

Manchester

Job Category Project Management

Business Unit
Automotive

Contact Person Jason Cropper

Job Description

What you can expect

Help us build a new automotive assembly operation from the ground up. As a globally operating logistics service provider with 41,000 employees in over 70 countries, we manage complex supply chains and offer our customers innovative value-added services. In doing so, Rhenus Automotive implements the entire value-added process of automobile manufacturing. This is a unique opportunity for a quality engineer who wants to make a real impact—designing processes, solving complex problems, and setting quality standards from day one.

We’re looking for proactive thinkers who can innovate, adapt quickly, and embrace change. The journey will bring challenges and uncertainties, but also the chance to shape the future of a new business branch. If you’re ready to your expertise and creativity in a dynamic environment, we want you on our team.

What you bring

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance & Control

Create, implement, and maintain quality control processes for assembly operations in line with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards.

Conduct inspections and audits of assembly line to ensure compliance with specifications and standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001).

Monitor and report on key quality metrics, including scrap rates, defect rates, and customer complaints.

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for internal and external quality issues.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives using appropriate methodologies.

Support new product launches and engineering changes with quality planning (APQP) and validation activities.

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain quality documentation including control plans, FMEA, PPAP submissions, and inspection reports.

Ensure compliance with customer requirements and regulatory standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Liaise with suppliers and customers to resolve quality concerns and ensure compliance with specifications.

Provide training and guidance to assembly personnel on quality standards and best practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field).

Minimum 3 years of experience in quality engineering within automotive assembly or manufacturing.

Proficiency with Quality Management Systems (IATF 16949, ISO 9001).

Strong knowledge of Core Quality Tools: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC.

Knowledge of VDA 6.5 for product audits and VDA 6.3 for (internal) process audits.

Familiarity in statistical analysis and problem-solving techniques.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable Skills:

Certifications: ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.

Experience with supplier quality management and audits.

Familiarity with automotive assembly processes and equipment.

Business Unit

Automotive

Rhenus Automotive implements the entire value-added process of automobile manufacturing sustainably and passionately. In addition to supplying the meticulously timed vehicle production, the service portfolio also includes the optimization of incoming goods processes and the performance of complex assembly activities. Thus, skilled workers and career changers will find a wide range of opportunities for personal development in an exciting working environment.

Welcome to Rhenus

Where our journey of growth connects with yours.

We are a global powerhouse on a mission to be pioneers in everything we do. United, we make an impact and dare to redefine what's possible. Ready to unlock untapped potential. We are on the fast track. At Rhenus, we thrive on collaboration. Every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. We stand as one global team. Where everyone contributes to our success. Together, we shape the future of logistics and beyond. Empowered by you.

Recruitment Process

Online application

Your documents will reach us quickly and directly via our online application form; depending on the position, a cover letter may be required. In any case, we are eager to see your CV and references – for us, the best way to make a good first impression.

Application screening

Our HR team and the responsible department will take a close look at your application as soon as possible. We will do our best to give you feedback within two weeks. With your agreement, we would also be happy to forward the documents to other business units if the selected position does not work out.

Selection Process

Depending on the position, there are various ways of finding out if we are a good match for each other. In most cases, we rely on a personal interview, on a eye level of course. Online tests, assessment centres or work on a trial basis may also be possible. In the end, the best decision is taken for both sides.

Onboarding

With your commitment, you are a part of the Rhenus Group right away – we are already eager to shape the logistics of the future together with you. To ensure that your start is a complete success, we will familiarise you with everything you need to know about Rhenus and your assignment with us. Your experienced colleagues will guide you every step of the way, and together you will easily master each of your new tasks.

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