We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates. We therefore encourage early applications.
All applicants must hold valid right to work in the UK. Please be aware that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future.
This position will be located at our Newpower facility in Bicester.
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The Job Summary:
Wrightbus, a fast-moving company that has experienced considerable growth in the last year, and we are looking for a (Supplier Quality Assurance )Supplier Performance Manager to lead a team who regulate, control and improve suppliers quality performance. Minimising the impact and cost of poor quality on Production, service teams and customers.
The Role: Control assessment of new suppliers and monitor critical ones
Ensure timely resolution of part-related issues during inspection/assembly per documented process
Monitor KPIs and take corrective actions for shortcomings
Support recharge process when supplier issues affect production/supply
Check and coach quality of completed 8Ds
Reduce reject quantities, reject costs, R2s, and indirect costs from poor supplier quality
Lead and coach critical improvement projects
Implement all relevant Quality Management System processes and procedures
Communicate internally and externally on quality matters
Update in-house systems and procedures to meet external provider requirements
Conduct supplier audits per schedule and manage corrective actions
Supervise quality personnel resolving internal/external material concerns
Establish, update, and implement quality control documentation for bought-in materials
Ensure rectification/rework meets agreed standards
Collaborate with QA/QC to reduce non-conforming supplier material impact
Report against agreed objectives and KPIs
The Requirements: Batchelor (Eng or Sc) degree
Lead auditor qualified
Minimum 8 years' experience in Quality role in a manufacturing industry Or Minimum 5 years' experience in Quality role in a in a highly regulated industry such as Automotive or Aerospace
Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
Structured problem solving methodologies (8D, PPS, DMAIC)
Advanced Root cause methods Is/Is-Not, Cause- Effect analysis & and KJ Analysis
Auditing skills
Knowledge of Manufacturing processes, Inspection and test methods and best proactive relevant to scope of responsibility
Data analysis skills including statistician methods
Use of relevant computer systems (MS Office, SharePoint)
Understanding of relevant quality standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949
'Lean' Methodologies
'5S' Methodology
Proficient in defining, monitoring, and reporting key performance indicators (KPIs) for the quality team.
Skilled at process mapping, design and continuous improvement
Able to analyse facts, data, and trends to support quality improvement initiatives.
Stakeholder management in Production driven business
Knowledgeable about the principles and methods of continuous improvement and how to apply them in practice.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications for data entry, analysis, and presentation.
Use of AIAG core tools (PF, PFMEA, CP, MSA, SPC)
The Benefits:
4% discretionary bonus
Life Insurance
Medicash scheme
Free car parking
Canteen
Career progression
Professional development
Flexitime
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