Material Quality Engineer

Toyota Motor Europe; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automobile manufacturer based in the UK is seeking a Quality Control Engineer to oversee quality assurance of raw materials and parts for their European Manufacturing Companies. Responsibilities include auditing suppliers, investigating quality concerns, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Engineering, or Chemistry, along with 18 months of relevant experience. A competitive benefits package is offered with opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Dynamic multicultural work environment

On-the-job development and training

Competitive compensation package

Qualifications

• 18 months of relevant experience in an industrial environment.
• Fluency in English (native or C2 level).
• Knowledge of materials for automotive applications is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the quality control system at suppliers for new materials.
• Audit suppliers to confirm readiness towards customer requirements.
• Investigate root causes of material quality concerns in manufacturing.
• Drive activities to improve raw material quality.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Customer focus

Hands-on approach

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Engineering, or Chemistry

Job description

You will report to the manager of the Parts and Material Audit Department (TME UK office, Derbyshire). The team's main role is to assure the Quality of raw materials and critical parts to our European Manufacturing Companies. This involves support for new model preparation as well as managing mass production and market quality issues. The team's key stakeholders are R&D, suppliers, manufacturing and customer quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the quality control system at suppliers and Toyota for new materials.
• Audit new (and current) suppliers to confirm their readiness towards customer requirements.
• Investigate the root cause and implement countermeasures for material quality concerns found in manufacturing and reported from the market.
• Drive kaizen activities to improve raw material quality and promote the most effective use of them.

Qualifications

• You have a Bachelor degree in Materials Science, Engineering or Chemistry (or equivalent).
• Ideally you have 18 months (minimum) of relevant experience in an industrial environment.
• You are practical and logical with a hands‑on approach.
• As a self‑assured communicator, you can promote your strong problem‑solving skills.
• You are customer focussed and show initiative in any problems that you face.
• Knowledge/experience of materials for automotive application is an asset.
• You are fluent in English (native or C2 level).
• You are willing to travel on a monthly basis within Europe.
• You are therefore legally permitted to work in both the United Kingdom and the EU.

About Toyota Motor Europe

TOYOTA is one of the world's largest automobile manufacturers and a leading global corporation. Founded in 1937. Toyota now sells vehicles in 170 countries and employs over 350,000 people. Based in Brussels, Belgium, and staffed by 2,700 people and more than 60 nationalities, Toyota Motor Europe (TME) handles the wholesale marketing of Toyota and Lexus vehicles, parts & accessories, and manages Toyota's European R&D, manufacturing, and engineering operations.

We are excited to be transforming into a mobility company focusing on bringing even more happiness to our customers through various mobility solutions.

At Toyota Motor Europe, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all. All our recruitment decisions are based on the individual and their qualifications along with the job requirements. The selection process is without regard to nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, ethnicity, disability or other personal characteristics. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination as our individual experiences and overall diversity is our key strength. Together we have the power to make a positive change and go beyond the ordinary.

Benefits

Toyota offers a dynamic and stimulating multicultural work environment in which ability and quality play an important role. Enhancing personal growth and a real opportunity to invest in your future through on the job development and training. Where your effort, dedication and initiative are rewarded by a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package.