Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer.

TN United Kingdom; Crewe; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer to ensure product quality at Tier 1 supplier sites. This role involves close collaboration with OEM and supplier teams to drive quality improvements and resolve issues effectively. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional problem-solving skills and experience in the automotive sector, utilizing methodologies like APQP and PPAP. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, offering competitive hourly rates and a chance to work hands-on with industry leaders.

Qualifications

• Experience in the automotive industry is essential.
• Strong experience with Tier 1 suppliers and OEM quality improvements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality issues are contained by Tier 1 suppliers.
• Drive and implement improvement plans and countermeasures.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Data Analysis Skills

Quality Improvement Activities

Tools

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

Job description

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Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer., Crewe

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Client:

e-ppl Ltd

Location:

Crewe, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer.

Durations – 6 Months

Start Date – ASAP

Contract - Limited Company.

Job Description

The successful SQA Engineer will represent the OEM at the Tier 1 supplier site, working with the Tier & OEM Plant to ensure that the quality of products received by the OEM are to the required standards.

Main Responsibilities:

• Ensure issues reported by the OEM plant team (Incoming Quality Concerns) are being contained by the Tier 1 supplier
• Work with the Tier 1 supplier to drive both containment & countermeasure actions to implementation
• Drive the improvement plan actions into the Tier 1 supplier - hands on where required
• Identify and implement process improvements identified by either yourself, the OEM or the Tier 1 supplier
• Utilise APQP and PPAP techniques & skills in your toolbox
• Drive, track and run problem resolution teams to permanently close issues, utilising 8D approach & reporting
• Support the required cadence set out to drive the improvements and escalate any concerns
• Reporting - lead & maintain the improvement plan in place to ensure issues are closed within the agreed time frames
• Represent the OEM on the Tier 1 site in a professional & collaborative manner

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• Exceptional interpersonal skills; confident liaising with customers as well as suppliers.
• Excellent problem-solving skills across 8D, 5 Whys and fish-bone analysis
• Comprehensive understanding of containment action - D3
• Competent with Root Cause Analysis and corrective action procedures - D8
• Versatile with variety of processes and procedures
• Strong STA/SPQ/SQA Experience
• Experience of working with Tier 1 and or OEM on quality improvement activities / NPI
• APQP, PPAP, FMEA competent / experience
• Sound data analysis skills

Applications are welcomed from individuals with previous experience within the automotive industry. In return, the successful candidate will be rewarded with an hourly pay rate of £30.00 to £34.00 per hour.

A full UK Driving license and your own vehicle are essential

A DBS Check may be requested in the event of the individual being offered the position.

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