Supplier Quality Specialist

Defence iQ; Sunbury-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defence and aerospace sector is seeking a Supplier Quality Specialist in Sunbury on Thames. This permanent role focuses on ensuring high standards of supplier quality assurance and involves managing supplier relationships, maintaining quality documentation, and conducting audits. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality assurance, particularly in aerospace or defence, and will drive improvements in supplier quality metrics.

Benefits

Opportunity for professional development

Engagement in critical projects

Competitive compensation package

Qualifications

• Experience in quality assurance in aerospace or defence.
• Strong knowledge of supplier quality systems and processes.
• Competence in conducting supplier audits.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with suppliers and maintain supplier quality documentation.
• Drive improvements in supplier quality metrics and conduct source inspections.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for effective communication.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Supplier audits

Continuous improvement

Education

Experience in quality assurance within aerospace or defence sectors

Job description

Defence iQ Sunbury-On-Thames, England, United Kingdom

Supplier Quality Specialist

Defence iQ Sunbury-On-Thames, England, United Kingdom

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Our client, a leading player in the defence and aerospace sector, is currently seeking a Supplier Quality Specialist to join their team in Sunbury on Thames. This permanent role is crucial in ensuring high standards of supplier quality assurance within the business unit of Air Technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the company's relationships with suppliers, working closely with internal customers such as operations, purchasing, project leaders, quality, and external suppliers.
• Ensure all supplier quality system documentation is maintained and complies with the Supplier Quality Manual for new product introduction (NPI) suppliers.
• Improve supplier quality metrics by addressing non-conformances in a timely manner.
• Conduct source inspection activities for resourcing and support new product introduction.
• Implement robust problem-solving techniques, such as 8D Root Cause and Corrective Action, with suppliers.
• Drive improvements in supplier quality metrics through rigorous root cause identification and corrective action closure.
• Promote and support continuous improvement and lean practices within the supply chain.
• Conduct audits on supplier sites and support the supplier selection strategy for new product introduction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, quality, and engineering, to ensure effective communication and alignment.
• Support the strategic purchasing team during regular business reviews with key suppliers.
• Assist in third-party audits as required.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Experience in quality assurance within the aerospace or defence sectors.
• Knowledge of supplier quality systems and documentation processes.
• Strong skills in problem-solving methodologies, specifically 8D Root Cause and Corrective Actions.
• Experience in continuous improvement and lean practices.
• Competence in conducting supplier audits and supporting supplier selection strategies.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality standards.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations and the ability to adhere to company policies and procedures.
  
  

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a leading company within the defence and aerospace industry.
• Engagement in a variety of critical and impactful projects.
• Professional development and continued learning opportunities.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive employee benefits.
  
  

If you have the expertise and passion for maintaining high standards of supplier quality, our client would love to hear from you. Apply now to join a team dedicated to excellence and innovation in Sunbury on Thames.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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