Senior Supplier Quality Specialist – Hybrid UK

Babcock International; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence and engineering company is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Specialist to enhance supplier quality assurance and drive continuous improvement. The role offers significant opportunities to develop expertise in complex supply chains while contributing to projects crucial for national security. Candidates should have a Level 5 qualification in a relevant discipline and quality management experience within an engineering context, ensuring compliance and improving processes across the supply chain. This position provides hybrid working options.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance

Access to a Digital GP and health check through Aviva DigiCare+

Employee share scheme

Employee shopping savings portal

Payment of Professional Fees

10-days special paid leave for reservists

Holiday Trading allowing to buy or sell leave

‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering leave

Flexible working options

Dynamic working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in quality management and engineering.
• Proficient in lean methodologies and quality assurance.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct effective quality investigations.

Responsibilities

• Audit suppliers on-site to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Approve supplier documentation and oversee special process approvals.
• Lead investigations into non-conformance and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure product conformity throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Quality Management experience within an engineering environment

Lean and continuous improvement principles

Conducting quality investigations

Education

Relevant Level 5 qualification in engineering/scientific discipline

Level 4 qualification

Job description

A leading defence and engineering company is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Specialist to enhance supplier quality assurance and drive continuous improvement. The role offers significant opportunities to develop expertise in complex supply chains while contributing to projects crucial for national security. Candidates should have a Level 5 qualification in a relevant discipline and quality management experience within an engineering context, ensuring compliance and improving processes across the supply chain. This position provides hybrid working options.