Supplier Parts Quality Engineer - Technical Assistance
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
Monday to Friday- 07.00am-15.00pm with possible shift rotation
To provide structured Supplier Technical Assistance, ensuring purchased components meet required standards for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. The role bridges production, engineering, and supply base, driving permanent corrective actions and improving supplier capability.
You will operate both reactively (issue resolution) and proactively (risk mitigation, process audits).
Key Responsibilities:
Supplier Issue Management
Lead containment and root cause investigations at supplier sites
Drive 8D closure with robust verification and prevention controls
Validate corrective actions through on-site audits and data analysis
Escalate non-performing suppliers using structured governanceProduction Protection
Manage supplier-related disruptions within EPMC
Implement short-term containment strategies to protect build
Coordinate sorting, rework, and deviation management when requiredProcess & System Improvement
Identify systemic risks and drive capability improvement plans
Support cost avoidance initiatives linked to quality failuresEssential Skills & Technical Experience Required:
Degree-qualified in Engineering (Mechanical, Automotive, Manufacturing or equivalent experience).
Proven experience in Supplier Quality or Manufacturing Engineering within automotive or complex manufacturing.
Strong working knowledge of 8D methodology, Root Cause Analysis (5 Why, Ishikawa),PFMEA / DFMEA, Control Plans, SPC & Capability Studies (Cp/Cpk)
Experience managing supplier escalations and containment activity
Ability to interpret technical drawings and GD&T
RTW in the UK without restrictions (PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIPS)Desirable Skills:
Six Sigma Green Belt (or above)
VDA 6.3 Auditor qualification
Experience within BIW, powertrain, chassis, trim or electronics supply chain
Experience working in an EPMC environment
Proficient in Minitab statistics