Quality Engineer

ZipRecruiter; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Manager to enhance Supplier Quality Performance and ensure compliance with Aerospace Quality Standards. This role involves managing Supplier Approval Systems, conducting audits, and driving Continuous Improvement initiatives. You'll work closely with suppliers to develop quality metrics and foster a culture of excellence. If you are passionate about quality assurance and have a strong background in aerospace standards, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with Aerospace Quality Standards and Supplier Management.
• Skilled in Quality Tools, Continuous Improvement, and Program Management.

Responsibilities

• Manage Supplier Quality metrics and ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Conduct internal audits and support customer and regulatory audits.
• Establish and maintain an efficient Supplier Approval and Review System.

Skills

Quality Tools and Techniques

Aerospace Quality Standards: AS9100

Supplier Management and Development

Continuous Improvement initiatives

Program and Time Management skills

Lean Tools and Techniques

Cross-functional team work

Auditor trained and qualified (AS9100/ISO9001)

Job description

Job Description

Role Purpose (position scope) :

• Create and maintain Supplier Approval System

• Improve and maintain Site and Supplier Quality Performance

• Manage Root Cause Analysis and development of Supplier capability

• Establish Quality standards for Suppliers and efficiency/effectiveness measures

• Manage Quality Improvement initiatives and Root Cause Corrective Action

• Ensure Customer and Regulatory Quality requirements are understood and met

• Improve Business Management System (BMS) processes and procedures

• Ensure assigned BMS procedures are maintained and effective

• Conduct Internal Audits and support Customer and Regulatory Audits

• Represent Quality at Customer, Supplier and Cross-Functional meetings

• Establish CI through Business Initiatives and Lessons Learned

• Deliver project Quality requirements within time and budget

• Develop a Quality Culture within the business and Supplier sites

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain an efficient Supplier Approval and Review System

• Conduct effective RCCA resulting in Supplier Development

• Improve Supplier Quality metrics through Improvement Plans with Suppliers

• Manage Supplier Material Review Board and SCAR process

• Conduct systematic Supplier Performance Reviews

• Engage with Suppliers to develop a professional and responsive relationship

• Ensure best practice adopted by Site and Supply Chain

• Implement methods of recording Supplier Performance for SDPPM and SOTIF

• Achieve KPI performance for Supplier and Site Quality Objectives

• Ensure adherence to Supply Chain Procedures, Processes and Policies

• Define Supplier MRB metrics and maintain performance within target condition

• Participate in Site wide Continuous Improvement projects

• Support Transfer of Work and First Article Inspection activities

• Ensure all relevant Quality metrics are recorded and utilised

• Identify, develop and implement systems for assurance of product conformity

• Support Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA/ DFMEA etc.)

• Re-enforce Quality behaviours through training, support and assessment

• Support maintenance and improvement of BMS procedures and processes

• Deploy effective Quality Planning and Contract Reviews

• Support removal of non-value added activity within the Supply Chain

• Process NCRs/CRs/FRACAS Reports for Site and Supplier related activities

• Ensure Supplier flow-down of Regulatory and Contractual Quality requirements

• Ensure efficient/effective handling of non-conformities and Customer complaints

Qualifications and Experience:

• Quality Tools and Techniques

• Aerospace Quality Standards: AS9100, Part 21G and Part 145

• Development and interpretation of Engineering Specifications

• Supplier Management and Development

• Program and Time Management skills

• Continuous Improvement initiatives

• Use of Lean Tools and Techniques (ref. 8 Wastes)

• Cross-functional team work

• Auditor trained and qualified (AS9100/ISO9001)

• Creation and assessment of AS9102 FAIRs