Supplier Quality Engineer

Paul Garvey Personal Training; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial innovation firm in Huntingdon is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer. The role involves evaluating supplier performance, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance in a high-precision engineering environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supplier quality management and be familiar with mechanical manufacturing processes. This position offers flexible hours and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Life Assurance Scheme X2

Health Cash Plan & Private Medical Insurance

22 days annual leave + public holidays

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 and Quality Management Systems.
• Proven experience in a supplier quality role within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with metrology equipment and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, approve, and monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for supplier non-conformances.
• Conduct supplier audits (UK and international) with the procurement team.

Skills

Supplier quality management

ISO 9001 compliance

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline

Tools

PPAP

FMEA

CMM

Job description

Role: Supplier Quality Engineer

Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

Salary: £40,000-£45,000 per annum | Dependant on Experience

Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00–16:00 | Flexible hours available

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Client

Interaction Recruitment is working with a global innovator in industrial inkjet technology to recruit a Supplier Quality Engineer for their team in Cambridgeshire. This is a high-impact role offering autonomy, technical variety, and the opportunity to work with a broad supplier base across multiple manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving supplier performance, ensuring compliance, and supporting continuous improvement in a high-precision engineering environment.

The Package

• Life Assurance Scheme X2
• Health Cash Plan & Private Medical Insurance
• Company Pension Scheme | Employee 3% - Employer 6%
• 22 days annual leave + public holidays (30 days overall)
• Dental Insurance
• Holiday Buy Back Scheme
• Training development and progression routes into leadership
  
  

The Duties

• Evaluate, approve, and monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with quality requirements
• Lead PPAP activities and ensure robust change control
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for supplier non-conformances
• Conduct supplier audits (UK and international) with the procurement team
• Collaborate with internal engineering teams to support new product introductions and changes
• Monitor supplier quality metrics and lead improvement initiatives
• Provide technical guidance on quality tools, process control, and metrology methods
  
  

The Requirements

• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 and Quality Management Systems
• Technical knowledge of moulding, casting, stamping, and other mechanical manufacturing processes
• Proven experience in a supplier quality role within a manufacturing environment
• Skilled in PPAP, APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, and other core quality tools
• Familiarity with metrology equipment and techniques (e.g. CMM, GD&T, gauges)
• Experience resolving quality issues at customer or supplier sites (national and international)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Resilient and assertive, with the ability to influence and drive supplier improvements
• Willingness to travel as required
  
  

Interaction Recruitment

We have specialist consultants across various industries within the UK, including but not limited to Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial, and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support.

For more information regarding this position or to discuss other opportunities, contact us at:

Office 01604 620032 | Mob [phone]

Thank you for taking the time — we hope to speak with you soon.

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