Supplier Quality Engineer

Textron

Ipswich

On-site

GBP 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Enhanced pension

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Program

Onsite golf course

Eye care scheme

Perks at Work discounts

Job summary

Textron Specialized Vehicles in Ipswich, UK is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to drive quality performance across the supplier base. You will own supplier measurement, perform incoming inspections, support corrective actions and root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement with internal stakeholders.

The role involves PPAP/APQP planning, supplier audits, data analysis of KPI metrics, and collaboration with design and manufacturing teams to ensure parts meet engineering drawings and

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a quality environment.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
Familiarity with ISO9001 or equivalent quality management systems.
Experience conducting supplier audits and supporting onboarding.

Responsibilities

Own supplier measurement processes and inspect incoming goods to drawings/specifications.
Log supplier quality issues and issue corrective/preventive actions as needed.
Collaborate with production for supplier-related line issues.
Lead RCCA activities to resolve quality problems.
Provide quality support to internal departments and suppliers.

Skills

Reading drawings

Root Cause Analysis

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team player

Quality problem solving

Education

HNC in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

PFMEA

PPAP

APQP

Job description

Supplier Quality Engineer

Description

About Us

Textron Specialized Vehicles is a global manufacturer of golf cars, utility and personal transportation vehicles, side‑by‑side, all‑terrain vehicles, professional turf‑care equipment, and ground support equipment.

At Ransomes Jacobsen Ltd, we design and manufacture professional turf‑care equipment under the brands of Ransomes and Jacobsen. Our mission is to be the premier supplier of high‑quality and environmentally conscious turf equipment, providing superior performance for our customers. From prestigious championship golf courses to the World Cup, for more than a century, the most important turf in the world has been manicured by our brand.

We recognise that our success, and future success, is tied directly to our people. We are looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to join the Company in Ipswich, Suffolk.

About the Role

This role is responsible for driving quality performance across the supplier base through incoming inspection activities, supplier quality assurance, problem resolution, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives. Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, the successful candidate will help ensure the consistent supply of high‑quality components that meet engineering, manufacturing and customer requirements.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Owning supplier measurement processes and inspecting incoming goods to engineering drawings and specifications to confirm conformance
Logging all supplier quality issues and where appropriate issuing requests for corrective / preventative action
Working with production line personnel for supplier related line failures
Logging all supplier quality issues and controlling non‑conforming products
Provide quality‑related technical support and guidance to internal departments, suppliers and other stakeholders
Driving FMA activities reviewing quality history, design & PFMEA as required to ensure engineering commodity Design Verification Plan robustness
Reviewing warranty data, investigating RCCA aiming for highest customer satisfaction
Analyse supplier and quality performance to identify trends, recommend corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Review engineering drawings, specifications and quality documentation to ensure compliance with customer, regulatory and company requirements
Lead problem resolution and root cause activity with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure continuity of supply of assured parts
The returning, tracking, and documenting of rejected goods to suppliers
Interfacing with various engineers & departments to ensure suppliers are fully supporting effective operations
Develop quality planning APQP/PPAP activity plans for new projects and supplier visits
Management of PPAP activities, including parts readiness, agreeing part quality standards & part approvals
Supplier audit & assessment conducted against programme timing
Support and participate in internal quality system and process audits, as required
Ensuring application approvals are complete with relative parties with identified with PPAP & NPI
Support purchasing strategy through quality planning and data analysis development
Own, monitor and present key supplier quality performance metrics, including supplier PPM, corrective actions, non‑conforming material trends, PPAP status and other relevant KPI data, including at the company’s M4 meeting
Recommend and support improvements to quality processes, procedures, documentation and data collection systems
Other reasonable duties as required

Qualifications

Educated to a minimum of HNC level (or equivalent) in an Engineering or other relevant technical discipline
A degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related discipline would be advantageous
A minimum of two years’ relevant experience within a Quality environment is essential
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Good working knowledge of quality standards and systems, including ISO9001 or the equivalent standard
Ability to successfully conduct supplier‑based audits and support procurement onboarding
Knowledge of quality improvement and problem‑solving tools (e.g. 8D, Root Cause Analysis, PFMEA, APQP, PPAP etc.)
Strong analytical, problem‑solving and interpersonal skills
Effective team player with the ability to work collaboratively across functions
Capable of exerting influence and personal authority
Confident with excellent communication skills
Computer literate
Self‑motivated and customer oriented