Supplier Quality Engineer

Seismic Limited; Stafford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Stafford is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer on a 12-month contract, likely to extend. The role involves conducting supplier audits and quality assurance to ensure that external suppliers meet quality standards. Candidates should have a strong background in supplier management and engineering processes. The position offers a competitive hourly rate with opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• High technical knowledge in manufacturing & quality systems.
• Experience in supplier management and quality assurance.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, Root Cause Analysis is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier audits and assessments.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues.
• Collect and analyze data for reports on supplier quality.

Skills

Supplier management

Quality assurance

Process improvement

Analytical skills

Technical knowledge in manufacturing

Strong communication skills

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

Supplier Quality Engineer

Working onsite in Stafford (ST16)

Initial 12 month contract - likely to extend for the right person

37 hours a week, lunchtime finish on a Friday. Mon to Thurs 08:30-16:30, Fri 08:30-13:30

Up to £30.24 PAYE hourly rate plus holiday and pension contribution OR Umbrella hourly rates up to £41.04 - depending on experience

Would you like to work for a global team who don’t just talk about progress and innovation, they make it happen! Their applications and products are truly building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Our client is a worldwide manufacturer of construction and mining products. They’re looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer, on an initial 12 month contract basis which is likely to extend for the right person; to ensure external suppliers provide Castings, Machined parts, Tubes & Hoses, Electrical & Electronics components that meet the required quality standards through audits, performance monitoring, and collaboration to resolve issues.

What will the Supplier Quality Engineer do?

• Conduct supplier audits & assessments, analyse data, implement corrective actions, to maintain a high-performing supplier network, safeguarding product integrity and customer satisfaction
• You will be the bridge between suppliers and the facility for any issues, working with both sides to get issues resolved
• You’ll also monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, manage Relationships, improve processes, mitigate risks and ensure supplier compliance
• Collect, analyse and summarise data to prepare reports on supplier quality and performance
• Some travel to suppliers will be required

What skills and experience does the Supplier Quality Engineer need?

• Previous demonstrable experience working with suppliers. You’ll have high technical knowledge in manufacturing & quality systems, and process knowledge in casting, machining, tubes & hoses, electrical & electronics components
• Experience in quality assurance, supplier management, process improvement and knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Knowledge with APQP, PPAP, Root Cause Analysis is essential
• Strong leadership and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills dealing with both internal and external partners
• Analytical skills for data analysis and reporting
• PC literate: used to using MS Office suite
• Desirable: Supplier Quality Management preferably in the Engine manufacturing industry
• Desirable: Project Management experience

If you’re interested, please apply now with an up-to-date copy of your CV that clearly shows your relevant experience; suitably qualified candidates will be contacted immediately.

The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates.