Senior Quality Engineer

Jaguar & Land Rove; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive industry is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer at their Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre. In this role, you will oversee the quality management process within the assembly function, ensuring high-quality production and leading initiatives for improvement. You will collaborate closely with various teams and utilize your problem-solving skills to address quality issues effectively.

Benefits

Award-winning training

Inclusive culture

Diverse work environment

Qualifications

• Highly experienced in a Quality Manufacturing role.
• Knowledgeable with Quality Management Systems aligned with IATF 16949.
• Proficient in preparing reports and delivering presentations.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall Quality management within assembly function.
• Take leadership of escalated assembly Quality issues.
• Govern Quality Management System for all Battery Assembly lines.

Skills

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Leadership

Job description

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REQ ID: 128251
JOB TITLE: Senior Quality Engineer
SALARY: £46,000 - £56,000

In the Manufacturing team at JLR’s Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre (EPMC), you’ll help power iconic electric cars. You will be working alongside incredible technicians and leaders to drive our commitment to shape a future we truly believe in, together. Use your expertise, cutting-edge technology, and problem-solving skills to ensure efficient, sustainable and high-quality production. Fuel the exceptional.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Working closely with the Plant Quality Team this role has responsibility for leading the overall Quality management within the assembly function.

Whilst the role has leadership responsibilities it requires a hands-on approach, supporting and directing in problem solving and application of the quality management system.

Reporting to the Production Managers the position will have Proactive and Reactive elements to the role.

• Take leadership of escalated assembly Quality issues & drive resolution
• Provide coaching and mentoring for electrification team around problem solving
• Governance of Quality Management System & its application within all Battery Assembly lines
• Responsibility & ownership of Quality Audits conducted within Assembly incl. resolution of OFI’s and NC’s with application of ICA, PVA & PRA.
• Creation & standardisation of QMS related processes across assembly.
• Quality improvement Projects - creation & delivery

WHAT YOU NEED

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills you'll need to have to help you succeed here, including:

• Highly experienced in a Quality Manufacturing role

• Proven track record in problem solving, using 8D, DMAIC, FTA, PDCA approach

• Knowledgeable with Quality Management Systems and their implementation aligned with IATF 16949

• Strong level of ability with data analysis

• Proficient in preparing concise reports and delivering presentations to all levels

• Confident leader of projects / meetings – able to influence and negotiate effectively

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

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