Supplier Quality

Omega Resource Group; Bolton; On-site; GBP 37,800 - 46,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Annual Bonus (7.5%)

Up to 5.5% Employer Pension Contrib.

EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Free EV Charging On Site

Private Medical Insurance

Death in Service Cover

Job summary

Omega Resource Group is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to support a global automotive technology manufacturer in Bolton on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will influence supplier performance, support new product launches and drive continuous improvement across a global supply chain.

The role requires an HNC/HND in Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering, and active IATF/VDA auditor qualifications with at least 3 years in Supplier Quality or Quality Engineering.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• IATF 16949 and/or VDA 6.3 Auditor qualification.
• Minimum 3 years in Supplier Quality or Quality Engineering.
• Automotive experience preferred; other backgrounds considered.
• Strong understanding of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, R&R and supplier development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Support the approval and qualification of new suppliers through audits.
• Manage supplier activities during New Product Introduction (NPI).
• Lead Supplier APQP and PPAP approval activities.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to maintain approvals.
• Develop suppliers through training, coaching and quality deployment.
• Carry out supplier visits for audits and development projects.
• Act as the primary quality interface between suppliers and the business.
• Monitor and report supplier quality KPIs and drive improvements.
• Lead supplier corrective and preventive action activities.
• Manage quality aspects of supplier change control processes.
• Investigate and manage supplier non-conformances and rejection issues.

Skills

APQP/PPAP familiarity

FMEA & Control Plans

Supplier development

Auditing (IATF/VDA)

Project management

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing Eng

Tools

IATF16949/VDA6.3 Auditor

NPI/PPAP processes

Job description

Supplier Quality Engineer (Automotive)

Bolton

12-Month Fixed Term Contract

Days Role

£42,000 + Bonus

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Supplier Quality Engineer to join a global automotive technology manufacturer at its Bolton facility on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced quality professional to influence supplier performance, support new product launches and drive continuous improvement across a global supply chain.

Key Responsibilities - Supplier Quality Engineer

• Support the approval and qualification of new suppliers through management system and process audits.


• Manage supplier activities throughout New Product Introduction (NPI), ensuring project deadlines are achieved.


• Lead Supplier APQP and PPAP approval activities.


• Conduct ongoing supplier audits and assessments to maintain supplier approval status.


• Develop suppliers through training, coaching and deployment of quality standards.


• Carry out supplier visits for audits, development projects and corrective action reviews.


• Act as the primary quality interface between suppliers and the business.


• Monitor and report supplier quality KPIs, driving improvements in supplier performance.


• Lead supplier corrective and preventive action activities.


• Manage quality-related aspects of supplier change control processes.


• Investigate and manage supplier non-conformances and rejection issues.

Experience/Qualifications - Supplier Quality Engineer

• HNC/HND qualified in Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering.


• Qualified IATF 16949 and/or VDA 6.3 Auditor.


• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Supplier Quality or Quality Engineering role.


• Automotive experience preferred, although backgrounds in electronics, mechanical manufacturing or high-volume assembly environments will also be considered.


• Strong understanding of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, R&R and supplier development methodologies.


• Experience conducting supplier audits and managing supplier improvement projects.


• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.


• Comfortable travelling to supplier sites when required.


• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Benefits - Supplier Quality Engineer

• Discretionary Annual Bonus (7.5%)


• Up to 5.5% Employer Pension Contribution


• Electric Vehicle Scheme via Salary Sacrifice


• Free EV Charging On Site


• Private Medical Insurance


• Death in Service Cover (4x Annual Salary)