Quality Assurance Engineer
Department: Technical Services
Location: Surrey
Reporting To: Supplier Quality & Development Senior Manager
About the Role
G&P is seeking a skilledQuality Assurance Engineer to support a leading UK automotive OEM at their Surrey manufacturing site. This contract position plays a critical role in managing supplier quality performance, supporting new product introductions, and driving continuous improvement within a high-performance supply chain.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage supplier quality concerns to maintain production flow
* Monitor supplier performance (PPM, NCRs) and implement CSL1/CSL2 controls
* Develop and implement containment and inspection plans
* Lead structured problem-solving (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone)
* Conduct root cause analysis and ensure corrective actions are effective
* Oversee third-party inspections, sorting, and manage supplier chargebacks
* Escalate supplier risks and support mitigation plans
* Produce regular reports on quality trends, inspection outcomes, and CSL status