Supplier Quality Engineer (Manufacturing)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Taunton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering business in Taunton is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer with a manufacturing background to support the supply chain for bespoke machinery. Responsibilities include conducting audits, managing supplier non-conformances, and driving quality improvements. Ideal candidates will have experience in low-volume, high-complexity machinery and an engineering qualification. This role offers a competitive salary range of £38,000 - £42,000 along with progression and company benefits.

Benefits

Progression

Training

Expensed Travel

Increasing Holiday

Company Bonus

Qualifications

• Experience supporting bespoke or low-volume, high-complexity machinery.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier audits and on-site assessments.
• Validate and onboard new suppliers supporting bespoke machine builds.
• Manage and close supplier non-conformances.
• Drive continuous improvement across supplier quality and delivery.
• Process purchase orders via the ERP system.

Skills

Supplier Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

Bespoke Machinery

Supply Chain

Lean

Education

HNC or equivalent in an engineering or technical discipline

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Job Description

Supplier Quality Engineer (Manufacturing)

£38,000 - £42,000 + Progression + Training + Expensed Travel + Increasing Holiday + Company Bonus

Taunton / Somerset

Are you a Supplier Quality Engineer or Quality Engineer from a manufacturing background looking to join a well-established engineering business that designs and manufactures bespoke, highly specialised machinery for the global printing and converting industries?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturer where no two projects are the same. You will play a critical role in supporting the supply chain for custom-built, engineered-to-order machines, working closely with suppliers to drive quality, delivery and continuous improvement.

With over 100 years of heritage, this company has built an outstanding reputation for producing precision-engineered converting and printing machinery, supplied to customers worldwide. They are continuing to invest in people and processes and are now looking to strengthen their Supply Chain team in Taunton.

The Role:

• Conduct supplier audits and on-site assessments
• Validate and onboard new suppliers supporting bespoke machine builds
• Manage and close supplier non-conformances
• Drive continuous improvement across supplier quality and delivery
• Process purchase orders via the ERP system
• Identify and develop new suppliers for specialised components
• Expedite deliveries to support engineered-to-order manufacturing
• Liaise with suppliers and logistics providers to achieve best value

The Person:

• Supplier Quality Engineer / Quality Engineer from a manufacturing environment
• Experience supporting bespoke or low-volume, high-complexity machinery
• HNC or equivalent in an engineering or technical discipline
• Full UK driving licence

Reference : BBBH23209

Keywords : Supplier Quality Engineer, Quality Engineer, Bespoke Machinery, Converting Equipment, Printing Machinery, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, ERP, Lean, Taunton

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline and will depend on experience, qualifications and skill set.

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