Supplier Quality Engineer

ASC Connections; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in the UK is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer. This role requires proactive engagement with suppliers, managing compliance submissions, and conducting audits. The ideal candidate has experience in supplier quality and relevant quality management systems, including ISO standards. Competitive salary of around £45,000, sociable working hours, and opportunities for career development offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Clean and modern working environment

Career development opportunities

Free on-site parking

Midday finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• Background in a similar role - Supplier Quality, STA, or Technical Engineering.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and IATF 16949 quality management systems.
• Full UK driving licence and valid passport, with willingness to travel (minimal).

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison with the supply base, addressing concerns and supporting development.
• Manage and review supplier PPAP submissions for compliance.
• Support APQP tracking and New Product Introduction activities.
• Conduct supplier audits (UK and abroad) and maintain approvals.
• Lead or support 8D investigations and ensure timely resolutions.
• Provide supplier performance reports and drive improvement initiatives.

Skills

Supplier Quality

Technical Engineering

APQP

PPAP

8D

Supplier Auditing

Job description

Supplier Quality Engineer position has become available within a leading global supplier of precision-engineered components to the Automotive, Industrial, and broader sectors. This is a business that values proactive problem-solving, supplier collaboration, and internal development. With a strong focus on attitude and communication as well as experience, this opportunity offers a salary of circa 45,000, sociable working hours with a midday finish on Fridays, and the chance to work with major OEMs on advanced projects.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison with the supply base, addressing concerns and supporting development.
• Manage and review supplier PPAP submissions for compliance.
• Support APQP tracking and New Product Introduction activities.
• Conduct supplier audits (UK and abroad) and maintain approvals.
• Lead or support 8D investigations and ensure timely resolutions.
• Provide supplier performance reports and drive improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Background in a similar role - Supplier Quality, STA, or Technical Engineering.
• Familiar with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and IATF 16949 quality management systems.
• Competent in tools such as APQP, PPAP, 8D, and supplier auditing.
• Full UK driving licence and valid passport, with willingness to travel (minimal).

Benefits

• Salary circa of 45,000.
• Clean and modern working environment.
• Midday finish on Fridays.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Free on-site parking and a cooperative team culture.
• Secure, forward-thinking engineering business.

If interested in this Supplier Quality Engineer position, please apply through this advert immediately.

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