Supplier Quality Engineer
Location: Stafford, Onsite
Contract Duration: 12 Month Contract (Likely to Extend)
Hourly Rate: £40.00 – £41.03 per hour inside IR35
Client: Global Leading Engineering and Manufacturing Company
About the Role
We’re seeking a highly skilled Supplier Quality Engineer to join our team in Stafford on a 12-month contract. In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that our external suppliers deliver materials and services that meet the highest quality standards. You’ll play a critical role in supplier audits, performance monitoring, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product reliability and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
* Supplier Audits & Assessments: Conduct quality system, process, and product audits to ensure supplier compliance with requirements.
* Supplier Performance Monitoring: Track and evaluate supplier performance metrics, identifying opportunities for improvement.
* Issue Resolution: Work closely with suppliers to implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
* Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, collaborative partnerships with suppliers.
* Process Improvement: Lead initiatives to improve supplier processes in line with company quality standards and design intent.
* Risk Mitigation: Identify and mitigate risks associated with supplier performance and the broader supply chain.
* Reporting: Collect, analyse, and report on supplier quality and performance data.
* Compliance Assurance: Ensure all suppliers adhere to relevant industry regulations and customer‑specific requirements.
Key Qualifications & Experience
* Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
* Experience: Demonstrated experience in quality assurance, supplier management, and process improvement within a manufacturing environment – ideally within the engine manufacturing industry.
* Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of APQP, PPAP, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies. Familiarity with quality standards and industry regulations. Sound process knowledge in casting, machining, tubes & hoses, electrical, and electronic components.
Skills & Attributes
* Strong leadership and project management skills.
* Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
* Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
* A proactive approach to supplier quality and continuous improvement.
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in maintaining and improving supplier quality for a leading organisation in the engineering sector. You’ll be part of a supportive and forward‑thinking team, with the potential for contract extension based on performance and project needs.
Interested?
Apply today with your updated CV to be considered for this exciting opportunity!
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Quality Assurance and Supply Chain
Industries
Manufacturing, Engines and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing, Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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