Who We Are
Malvern Quality Engineering is an agile quality consultancy that provides high-level engineering support to help manufacturers eliminate bottlenecks, pass strict audits, and maintain zero-defect standards.
By stepping in during critical production strain, we deliver specialized expertise in root-cause analysis, ISO 9001 compliance, New Product Introduction (NPI), and process optimization—offering on-demand operational stability without the long-term overhead of a permanent hire.
Our Mission
To empower manufacturers by providing expert guidance and innovative solutions that streamline processes and enhance quality, ensuring they meet and exceed industry standards.
We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, where our clients can thrive in a competitive market through responsive and efficient engineering practices.
Core Values
Innovation
We embrace creativity in our approach, constantly seeking better methods and technologies to improve production quality and efficiency.
Transparency
We believe in open communication and honesty, providing our clients with clear insights into our processes and findings.
Accessibility
Our team is always available to support our clients, ensuring they have the resources and knowledge they need to succeed.
Lead Quality Engineer & Founder | Robert Kurek
CQI/IRCA Practitioner | Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Robert Kurek leads Quality Engineering initiatives at Malvern Quality Engineering Services Ltd (LLC), leveraging over 15 years of hands-on industry experience driving operational excellence across high-precision electronics, automotive manufacturing, and sustainable technologies. Combining deep industrial practice with advanced analytical frameworks, Robert specializes in transforming traditional quality control into a proactive, data-driven engine that eliminates process friction, mitigates defect risks, and ensures zero-defect execution.
A Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and accredited Practitioner Member of the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI/IRCA), Robert holds a comprehensive portfolio of professional certifications. His technical foundation encompasses the full suite of IATF 16949 core automotive quality tools—including Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Statistical Process Control (SPC), and Measurement System Analysis (MSA). His expertise extends to certified ISO 9001 internal auditing, IPC-J-STD-001J high-reliability electrical and electronic assembly standards, and Aberlink Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programming.
A recognized industry contributor, Robert has authored influential publications for the Chartered Quality Institute’s Quality World magazine and Global Journals. His published works include "A New Quality Metric? Should Cost of Poor Sustainability be Viewed in the Same Way as Costs of Poor Quality?" and "Artificial Intelligence: A New Revolution in Quality Manufacturing?" for CQI/IRCA, alongside "Drip by Drip: How Small Changes Can Make a Big Splash in Water Conservation" published in Global Journals. His dedication to team excellence and high-performance product design has contributed to team honors including Manufacturer of the Year at the Chamber of Commerce Business Awards and Water Saving Domestic Product of the Year at the Energy Saving Awards.
At Malvern Quality Engineering Services Ltd (LLC), Robert works directly with organizations to build resilient Quality Management Systems, deploy structured Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and 8D problem-solving methodologies, and establish data observability frameworks that safeguard product integrity from initial design through high-volume production.
