Supplier Quality Engineer

STR Group Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure high-quality materials from suppliers and drive continuous improvement. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to engage with global suppliers and implement corrective actions to enhance the supply chain's integrity. With flexible working arrangements and the chance for international travel, this position promises professional growth and a meaningful impact on the company's innovation reputation. If you are self-motivated and possess strong analytical and communication skills, this role could be your next career move.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Global Exposure

Professional Growth

Dynamic Role

Meaningful Impact

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing engineering with quality control systems knowledge.
• Strong analytical skills for data analysis and problem resolution.

Responsibilities

• Ensure suppliers meet high-quality standards and resolve quality issues.
• Conduct audits and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Analytical Ability

Communication Skills

Self-Motivation

Education

Background in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

ISO 9001

IPC

Six Sigma

Job description

Supplier Quality Engineer - London (Hybrid) - £50,000 + Bonus + Ex.Benefits - Permanent

Primary Purpose:
The primary purpose of the Supplier Quality Engineer role is to ensure suppliers consistently deliver high-quality materials, drive continuous improvement, resolve quality issues effectively, and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring the integrity and success of the global supply chain.

Benefits:
Dynamic Role: Experience varied, exciting responsibilities with both proactive and reactive tasks.
Flexible Working: Work from home up to three days a week for better work-life balance.
Global Exposure: Travel regularly to Europe, Asia, and America, gaining international experience.
Professional Growth: Work with industry-leading standards, technologies, and improvement initiatives.
Meaningful Impact: Play a key role in delivering critical systems, enhancing the company's reputation for innovation.

Key Responsibilities:
Enforce Quality Standards: Ensure suppliers deliver components meeting ASN's high standards.
Supplier Engagement: Build and maintain effective communication with global suppliers.
Drive Continuous Improvement: Support supplier programs to implement corrective and preventive actions.
Conduct Audits: Plan and execute supplier audits to identify and address weaknesses.
Resolve Non-Conformances: Perform root cause analysis and oversee corrective action implementation.
Perform Quality Reviews: Regularly assess supplier performance using ASN's review framework.
Oversee New Introductions: Manage quality aspects of onboarding new suppliers and materials.
Document and Report: Ensure accurate documentation of quality actions and process changes.

Requirements:
Technical Experience: Background in manufacturing engineering within electrical, electronic, or mechanical industries, with knowledge of quality control systems like ISO 9001, IPC, or Six Sigma.
Problem-Solving Skills: Proven ability to analyse data, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions in a global supply chain.
Communication and Relationship-Building: Strong skills to collaborate across teams, engage with stakeholders at all levels, and maintain positive supplier relationships.
Self-Motivation: Capability to work independently, take ownership of problems, and drive solutions proactively.
Analytical Ability: Expertise in reviewing processes and data to identify quality trends and potential risks.
Willingness to Travel: Flexibility to travel internationally (Europe, Asia, and America) regularly as part of the role.