Supplier Quality Engineer

AB Dynamics; Bradford-on-Avon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a quality assurance professional to enhance supplier quality and drive continuous improvement. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with engineering and procurement teams to implement robust quality processes, conduct audits, and oversee inspections. With a focus on Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, you will lead initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and product quality. Join a supportive team that values diversity and innovation, and enjoy a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, including a discretionary bonus and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Discretionary Company Bonus

25 Days Holiday

Generous Pension Contributions

Qualifications

• Experience in supplier and internal audits with ISO9001 knowledge.
• Trained in Lean & Six Sigma to Green Belt level.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance and improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Perform internal and supplier audits, ensuring timely resolution of NCRs.

Skills

Supplier Quality Management

ISO9001 Knowledge

Lean & Six Sigma (Green Belt)

Problem Solving

Engineering Background

Job description

Role Overview

This is an exciting new opportunity to work with the leading producer of automotive testing solutions to clients worldwide. You will be working alongside our highly skilled teams driving quality & business improvements whilst supporting the development of a supplier quality assurance and inwards inspection process with quality, engineering, and procurement teams.

The key focus areas of the role is to drive improved supplier quality into our business, embed robust corrective action and preventative measures, and ensure internal failures are captured, reported and improvement opportunities sought to increase quality and efficiency.

What will you be doing?

• Support maintenance and improvement of the QMS.
• Participate in the creation of supplier quality assurance system.
• Work with the supply chain and procurement to resolve supplier quality issues.
• Perform internal and supplier audits, ensuring NCRs are resolved in a timely manner.
• Perform or oversight of test verification and / or first article inspection at suppliers. Where appropriate this will include Factory Acceptance Testing.
• Performing Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI) and Inwards Inspections as required.
• Writing quality plans as required for specific projects and manufacturing.

What are we looking for?

• Experience of performing supplier and internal audits, and working knowledge of ISO9001
• Experience in dealing with and managing supplier quality concerns.
• Experience of leading problem solving workshops with multifunctional teams
• Trained in Lean & Six Sigma to Green Belt level with experience of successful improvements deployed.
• Experience working with APQP elements such as Control Plans, PFMEA & DFMEA.
• Have an engineering background, or worked within engineering company previously,
• Ability to read mechanical and / or electrical diagrams.

Why join us?

We are part of the AB Dynamics Group, an innovative, dynamic listed business with a friendly and supportive working environment. In addition to competitive salaries, our attractive benefits package includes a discretionary company bonus scheme, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), and generous company pension contributions.

At AB Dynamics Group we set ourselves ambitious objectives and strive to work according to our values of customers, people, diversity, innovation, excellence and responsibility. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We do not discriminate against staff based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.