Supplier Quality Engineer

Thompson Aero Seating; Portadown; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus (linked to company perfom

33 days annual leave

Health cash plan

Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Job summary

Thompson Aero Seating in United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality leader to direct the TAS Supplier Quality organisation and drive improvements in delivered product quality from the supplier base. You will deploy and lead supplier quality management processes aligned with BU level QMS and assist in supplier approvals.

Responsibilities include qualifying suppliers, conducting audits, improving scorecards, collaborating with procurement on changes, and ensuring conformance to PPAP,

Qualifications

• AS9100 and/or ISO9001 requirements understanding.
• Ability to understand, interpret and communicate customer requirements and ensure suppliers deliver Right First-Time product.
• Experience of working within a fast-paced environment, ideally manufacturing.
• Experience working with customers, regulators and suppliers.
• Proficient at Excel and able to analyse and interpret data.
• Skills in listening and communicating effectively with diverse individuals, groups; facilitating trust and understanding.
• Strong influencing skills.
• Requirement to travel to supplier globally.

Responsibilities

• Lead and improve Supplier Quality Management aligned with BU QMS.
• Drive supplier qualification, audits, and scorecards.
• Collaborate with procurement on changes and NPI/PPAP.
• Use data to articulate current and potential future quality/performance issues within supply chain.
• Develop supplier partnerships and continuous improvement plans.
• Ensure PPAP/APQP, AS9100 and ISO9001 compliance.

Skills

AS9100 knowledge

ISO9001 knowledge

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Influencing

Problem solving

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

The post holder will be responsible for providing leadership and direction for the TAS Supplier Quality organisation to facilitate improvements in delivered quality of product from supplier base, both in terms of defective product and OTD. Deploy, lead and improve Supplier Quality Management processes that align with key elements in the BU level QMS and business driven needs, including initial and on-going supplier approval. Develop, implement and sustain a supplier partnership culture for the mutual benefit of all parties. Hours of work 06:30-14:30.

Responsibilities

• Drive supplier selection through robust qualification processes
• Assess new and existing supplier capabilities to meet product, cost, quality, capacity and fulfilment ensuring suppliers can meet requirements for performance, quality, cost and delivery of components and requirements for PPAP, APQP, AS9001, ISO 14001 and other applicable customer and internal system requirements
• Drive improvements utilising Lean methodologies, supplier scorecards and supplier audits, ensuring full compliance, whilst driving systematic problem solving and process improvement plans to deliver value
• Track supplier's key performance indicators based on their scorecards and rankings to facilitate and develop the supply base's ability to consistently meet or exceed defined expectations
• Develop positive relationships and work closely with procurement to manage, implement and track supplier/engineering, design changes, capacity studies, New Product Introductions and transfers
• Deliver results as measured by key metrics such as; supplier yield, field cost, field defect rate, supplier quality plan engagement/effectiveness and corrective & preventative action closure
• Conduct delegated source inspection where required
• Support the supplier in the planning and submission of FAIR/LAIR including APQP/PPAP
• Use systems, data and tools to articulate current and potential future quality/performance issues within internal and/or external supply chain
• Continue to develop and strengthen supplier partner relationships
• Write and review technical quality documents, plans and procedures
• Partner NPI, Strategic sourcing and operations to ensure alignment of goals and objectives.
• Actively collaborate with other BU’s to develop and deploy a holistic supplier quality improvement strategy.

Reward

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus (linked to company performance)
• 33 days annual leave (Increase after 5 years' service)
• 37.5 hours per week
• £5,000 employee referral bonus
• Health cash plan
• Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• Holiday Purchase Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
• Electric Car Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme at x4 gross salary
• Competitive enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• IVF & Assisted Conception Policy
• Women in Business - Corporate Member
• Wellbeing Initiatives
• Employee Recognition scheme
• Service Awards
• Local charity / sponsorship activities
• Dedicated employee parking
• Discounted Gym membership
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career progression

Requirements

Essential

• Working knowledge of including AS9100 and/or ISO9001 requirements
• Ability to understand, interpret and communicate customer requirements and ensure suppliers deliver Right First-Time product
• Experience of working within a fast-paced environment, ideally manufacturing
• Experience working with customers, regulators and suppliers
• Proficient at Excel and able to analyse and interpret data
• Skills in listening and communicating effectively with diverse individuals, groups; facilitating trust and understanding
• Strong influencing skills
• A key problem solver
• Requirement to travel to supplier globally

Desirable

• Certified Internal Auditor AS9100, ISO 9001
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a working knowledge of electrical components

We reserve the right to enhance criteria on shortlisting.

Thompson Aero Seating is an Equal Opportunities employer.

The closing date for applications is the 23rd August 2026 at 17:00.

For further infomation contact [e-mail]