Supplier Quality Engineer

Celeros Flow Technology; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities to develop

Bonus

33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)

Holiday buy and sell

Pension

Life Cover

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Celeros Flow Technology in Glasgow is looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to enhance supplier quality and compliance with ISO 9001 and Defence Standards. The role involves daily collaboration with Defence and Procurement teams and key suppliers. Responsibilities include conducting audits, managing performance, and supporting supplier development.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Engineering, significant industry experience, and strong skills in inspection techniques. The position offers competitive perks and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Experience in dealing with machining / casting suppliers is essential.
• Significant relevant industry experience may substitute for formal education.

Responsibilities

• Maximize quality and performance of suppliers using continuous improvement techniques.
• Conduct data trend analysis of supplier related issues.
• Support Supply Chain buyers with supplier component Health Check-ups.

Skills

Inspection techniques / knowledge

Process controls / dimensional controls

Machining background

Can interpret Quality Plan Documentation

Education

University or College Degree in Engineering or Quality Management

Tools

ISO 9001

Defence Standards

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Supplier Quality Engineer will be responsible for maximizing overall quality and performance of key suppliers, using continuous improvement techniques, while driving out risks. Working in accordance with all internal and external practices to support ISO 9001 and Defence Standard requirements.

In close collaboration with the Defence and Procurement teams, the role will support the implementation of sourcing strategies and the management and maintenance of supplier quality, such as performance management and supplier development, to ensure alignment with supply chain goals.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend daily MRB meeting to offer input and to drive completion and closure of allocated tasks
• Coordinating with manufacturing and other internal departments to define and resolve product or service supplier quality issues
• Liaise directly with vendors to ensure RCA process completion and CAPA implementation
• Validate effectiveness of supplier implemented corrective actions
• Conduct data trend analysis of supplier related issues and prepare monthly internal reports
• Attending weekly / monthly customer and supplier calls to review performance
• Ensure QA requirements are properly flowed down to suppliers and that deliverables meet MoD contractual obligations.
• Perform process witnessing, First Article Inspections (FAI), and evaluate new supplier assessments
• Prepare, conduct and submit vendor audits / assessments for new and current vendors.
• Support the Supply Chain buyers with supplier component ‘Health Check-ups’ of current on-order key component material – confirm supplier understanding of our requirements, supply progress, quality issues, etc.
• Supplier development and alignment of plant’s supply chain requirements with key identified suppliers
• Act as a supplier liaison to improve supplier and plant working methods around quality process improvements
• Coaching and mentoring of existing SQE resource to enhance their skills and supplier quality approach

Additional Responsibilities

• Promoting Celeros FT Health and Safety policies, and communicate effective awareness of the risks and hazards to all personnel and maintain controls necessary for their safety and that of others
• Performing all duties in accordance with the Company’s Procedures in order to deliver and maintain the highest standards of ethical behaviors and be a role model for others.
• Understanding Celeros FT service and product offerings
• Creating and maintaining good working relationships
• Understanding and using of the correct reporting lines
• Travel and additional duties may be required on an ad hoc basis, so a degree of flexibility is required

SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• University or College Degree in Engineering or Quality Management. Or significant relevant Industry experience
• Inspection techniques / knowledge
• Foundry or machining background (preferred)
• Knowledge of process controls / dimensional controls
• Can interpret Quality Plan Documentation, Specification Requirements, Engineering Drawings, etc.
• Experience of dealing with machining / casting suppliers
• Experience of ISO 9001, and Defence Standards (desirable)
• Hold a recognized auditing qualification (preferred)

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and be eligible to obtain security clearance for this role.

BENEFITS

• Opportunities to develop
• Bonus
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Holiday buy and sell
• Pension
• Life Cover
• Employee Assistance Program

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Required daily to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, and see (specific close vision abilities are required to perform computer work)
• Required occasionally to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
• Required daily to use hands and fingers and arms to reach (to operate a computer and telephone)
• Required occasionally to lift and/or move objects that are light to moderate
• Required occasionally to travel (usually by air or road so may be required to sit for extended periods)

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work with moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, etc.)
• Ability to work in an open planned office / individual office
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods
• Ability to sit in a car or on a plane for extended periods

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CELEROS FLOW TECHNOLOGY VALUES

All Celeros divisions are committed to the effective use of the Celeros Values. It is important that all employees understand and utilize these values when performing the duties of his/her position.

INTEGRITY: We work safely and respect our employees, business partners & environment. We always lead by example.

SPEED: In our mission to bring mission-critical flow control equipment to the world, energy in our actions & urgency.

ACCOUNTABILITY: We stand behind our actions and deliver on our promises.

PARTNERSHIP: We collaborate across our teams & our customers to win together. We rely on each other to deliver the best outcome & celebrate successes.

EXCELLENCE: We are passionate about being the best at engineering, manufacturing & maintaining mission-critical equipment. We seek quality & community improvement in every interaction.

QUALITY: Quality encompasses all aspects of Celeros’ business, and every employee shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process and the quality system. All employees have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and through designed channels, initiate and recommend solutions.

CELEROS Flow Technology is an equal opportunity employer.