Supplier Quality Engineer

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

Job summary

Michael Page Engineering & Manufacturing is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer based in Aldershot, Hampshire to oversee supplier performance and ensure product quality aligns with standards. You will conduct supplier audits, identify improvement opportunities, and support the implementation of supplier quality improvement plans across Europe.

Strong analytical skills and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in supplier quality management within manufacturing.
• Knowledge of quality standards and audit processes.
• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Quality-related discipline.
• Proficiency with 8D, root cause analysis, and FMEA.

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 quality concerns related to supplier materials or components.
• Maintain accurate records of supplier quality performance and related activities.

Skills

Supplier quality management

Quality standards

Audits

Root cause analysis

8D

FMEA

SPC

Control plans

Data analysis

Cross-functional communication

Excel

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

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

A successful Supplier Quality Engineer should have:

• 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

• GBP45,000
• 2 year FTC
• Further opportunities within the business