Supplier Quality Engineer — Lead Supplier Improvement

ITM Power PLC; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BAYE share scheme

Birthday holiday

Holiday Purchase

Lifestyle Discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Cash Plan

Eye Care

Gym Scheme

Life assurance

EV Car Leasing

Job summary

ITM Power in Sheffield is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to lead supplier quality assurance and development, ensuring suppliers meet ITM's quality, reliability and sustainability standards.

You will drive supplier audits, PPAP, FAT/FAIR, and 8D investigations, plus continuous improvement across the supply chain, working with Engineering, Purchasing and Operations to prevent recurrence.

Regular travel to supplier sites is required as part of supplier development activities.

Qualifications

• Engineering or science-based education, HNC or degree.
• Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification.
• 5+ years supplier quality in manufacturing/engineering.
• Lead auditor experience; knowledge of ISO 9001/14001/45001.
• Ability to drive supplier improvement programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain supplier quality management programmes to meet standards.
• Lead supplier audits and PPAP activities for new/existing suppliers.
• Drive 8D problem-solving, containment and corrective actions.
• Monitor supplier performance via KPI tracking and vendor ratings.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Purchasing and Operations to resolve issues.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

IT skills

Problem solving

Influence & collaboration

Education

Engineering degree or HNC

Lean Six Sigma certification

Tools

MS 365

SharePoint

Metrology

Job description

ITM Power in Sheffield is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to lead supplier quality assurance and development, ensuring suppliers meet ITM's quality, reliability and sustainability standards.

You will drive supplier audits, PPAP, FAT/FAIR, and 8D investigations, plus continuous improvement across the supply chain, working with Engineering, Purchasing and Operations to prevent recurrence.

Regular travel to supplier sites is required as part of supplier development activities.