Supplier Quality Engineer

Michael Page; Aldershot; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer based in Aldershot to drive supplier performance and product quality in the industrial manufacturing sector.

You will monitor supplier performance, conduct audits, resolve quality issues, and support continuous improvement programs across cross-functional teams. The role requires knowledge of quality tools (8D, FMEA, SPC), travel within Europe, and a degree in Engineering or a related field.

Qualifications

• Experience in supplier quality management within the industrial or manufacturing sector.
• Solid understanding of quality standards and audit processes.
• Good communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel (primarily within Europe).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Conduct supplier audits and inspections to identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality-related issues effectively and promptly.
• Support the development and implementation of supplier quality improvement plans.
• Analyse quality data and provide feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure supplier processes align with company and industry standards.
• Work closely with internal teams to address any quality concerns related to supplier materials or components.
• Maintain accurate records of supplier quality performance and related activities.

Skills

Supplier quality management

Audit proficiency

Problem solving

Cross-functional communication

Analytical skills

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

8D

Root cause analysis

FMEA

SPC

Control plans

ATE

Excel

Job description

The Supplier Quality Engineer will play a key role in ensuring supplier performance and product quality meet the required standards in the industrial and manufacturing sector. Based in Aldershot, Hampshire, this role involves overseeing supplier processes, resolving quality issues, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to keep production running smoothly.

Client Details

An organisation operating in the industrial and manufacturing sector, located in Aldershot, Hampshire.

Description

• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Conduct supplier audits and inspections to identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality-related issues effectively and promptly.
• Support the development and implementation of supplier quality improvement plans.
• Analyse quality data and provide feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure supplier processes align with company and industry standards.
• Work closely with internal teams to address any quality concerns related to supplier materials or components.
• Maintain accurate records of supplier quality performance and related activities.

Profile

• Experience in supplier quality management within the industrial or manufacturing sector.
• A solid understanding of quality standards and audit processes.
• Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Quality-related discipline
• Good understanding of quality tools (e.g., 8D, root cause analysis, FMEA)
• Good understanding of manufacturing process controls (e.g. SPC, Control plans, ATE)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Engineering or manufacturing background (moulding, stamping and volume assembly processes)
• Ability to work independently & autonomously
• Able to travel (primarily within Europe)

Job Offer

£45,000

2 year FTC

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