Senior Quality & Supplier Technical Lead

Bell Cornwall Recruitment; Cannock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established supplier in Cannock is seeking a Quality and Technical Manager to lead their Supplier Quality Assurance function. The ideal candidate will ensure quality compliance from suppliers, maintain the SQA system, and drive supplier performance management. An engineering qualification with experience in mechanical or automotive manufacturing is desirable. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional who values quality in a supplier-led business.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification highly desirable, with experience in mechanical, automotive, or component manufacturing.
• Competent in reading technical drawings and understanding tolerances and dimensions.
• Evidence of involvement in supplier manufacturing processes and understanding the impact they play.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) function and ensure compliance.
• Maintain the SQA system with supplier onboarding audits.
• Drive the supplier non‑conformance management process.

Skills

Reading technical drawings

Understanding tolerances and dimensions

Supplier processes knowledge

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Engineering qualification

Tools

CAD literacy

Job description

A well-established supplier in Cannock is seeking a Quality and Technical Manager to lead their Supplier Quality Assurance function. The ideal candidate will ensure quality compliance from suppliers, maintain the SQA system, and drive supplier performance management. An engineering qualification with experience in mechanical or automotive manufacturing is desirable. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional who values quality in a supplier-led business.