Supplier Quality Engineer

About Our Client

Our client is a leading player in the Aerospace sector with global suppliers and customers. They are committed to providing advanced solutions and services that are trusted by customers globally. Based in Accrington, they boast a state-of-the-art facility with a strong focus on Quality, Sustainability and Innovation.

Job Description

• Own supplier audit and evaluation to ensure conformance.
• Own the assessment of new and existing supplier capabilities to meet the expected OTIF delivery, quality, cost, HSE, and applicable regulations, industrial standards and customer requirements.
• Regularly monitor supplier KPI performance and take actions to secure continuous compliance and take lead on supplier improvement activities, including putting development plans in place.
• Supplier development and process improvement - work with suppliers to ensure that robust process controls are in place to ensure compliance and prevent nonconformities. Drive systematic problem solving, process control and continuous improvement activities.
• Supplier quality monitoring and management - manage the supplier quality performance issues, serve as the liaison between the suppliers and the businesses Quality & Engineering team. Initiate and see through the resolving of supplier nonconformance issue including supplier quality plan engagement/effectiveness, and corrective & preventative action closure.
• Assist NPI and product transfer management by working with cross-functional team and the suppliers to ensure that key milestones are achieved , including qualifying new supplier and/or components, FAI and PPAP.
• Drive supplier selection through robust qualification processes. Carry out supplier pre-assessment, approval and qualification processes and validation audits Follow initial approval, manage maintenance and surveillance of suppliers to ensure continuous compliance.
• Support supplier business reviews and supplier visits.
• Develop positive relationships and work closely with the businesses cross-functional team and suppliers.
• Ensure adherence to functional processes and procedures and at all times ensure own compliance to the company's code of ethics and health & safety practices.

The Successful Applicant

A successful 'Supplier Quality Engineer' should have:

• A degree in Engineering, Manufacturing or a related field.
• Proven experience in a similar role within the Industrial / Manufacturing sector.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and standards.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace products, manufacturing processes, technologies, standards and regulations.
• Strong knowledge of APQP, FAI, PPAP, FMEA, root cause analysis, 8D and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of business management system. ERP & Microsoft Office PC skills.
• Process driven. Numerically astute with strong problem-solving skill.
• Ability to present data effectively.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary range of £48,000 to £50,000 per annum.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• An inclusive and collaborative company culture.