Supplier Quality Engineer

Reevr; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Supplier Quality Engineer to enhance supplier performance and product excellence in regulated sectors such as Aerospace and Aviation. This role involves developing supplier relationships, conducting audits, and leading corrective actions to ensure compliance with stringent quality standards. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to technically advanced projects in a safety-critical environment, offering opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Collaborative Work Environment

Professional Growth Opportunities

Work on Advanced Projects

Qualifications

• Experience in Supplier Quality or Quality Engineering in regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of quality standards and tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier audits and performance reviews per industry regulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve supplier quality issues.

Skills

Supplier Quality Engineering

Quality Standards (AS9100, ISO 9001)

Root Cause Analysis

Problem-Solving

Stakeholder Management

Education

Engineering or Technical Degree

HNC/HND

Tools

PPAP

FAI

APQP

8D

Job description

About the Company:
Our client is a trusted manufacturer operating across highly regulated sectors including Aerospace, Aviation, and Mining. With a strong focus on precision, compliance, and continuous improvement, they are known for delivering high-performance components and systems that meet the most stringent industry standards.

The Opportunity:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Supplier Quality Engineer to join the Quality team. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and compliance of materials and components from a diverse global supplier base, helping to drive supplier performance and product excellence in complex, regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure alignment on quality expectations and standards.

• Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and performance reviews in accordance with industry regulations (AS9100, ISO 9001, etc.).

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA) activities for supplier-related non-conformances.

• Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, production, procurement) to resolve supplier quality issues and drive continuous improvement.

• Support new supplier onboarding, qualification, and PPAP/FAI processes.

• Drive process improvements and risk mitigation strategies across the supply chain.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven experience in a Supplier Quality or Quality Engineering role within regulated industries (Aerospace, Aviation, Mining, or similar).

• Strong knowledge of quality standards and tools such as AS9100, ISO 9001, PPAP, FAI, APQP, and 8D.

• Experience in auditing and working with international suppliers.

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Engineering or technical background preferred (HNC/HND/Degree level).

What’s on Offer:

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.

• The chance to work on technically advanced projects in a safety- and quality-critical sector.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

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