Supplier Quality Engineer
We are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer for a global automotive manufacturer to ensure effective quality management of suppliers. Key responsibilities include:
1. Measuring, monitoring, controlling, and communicating supplier performance.
2. Managing supplier quality from inception to delivery.
3. Handling non-conforming products and driving root cause analysis using tools like 8D.
4. Approving new suppliers utilizing quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, and FMEA.
5. Driving continual supplier development for improvement and cost efficiency.
6. Ensuring compliance with ISO9001 and IATF16949 standards.
7. Conducting external and internal audits, preferably VDA 6.3 & VDA 6.5.
8. Traveling regularly to suppliers both within the UK and overseas.
Qualifications and experience required:
* Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role within manufacturing.
* Qualification or relevant experience in Supplier Quality Assurance.
* Proficiency with problem-solving tools like 8D and 5Y.
* Experience managing suppliers in an automotive environment.
* Knowledge of manufacturing fluid transfer components (e.g., turned products, brazing, plating, tubing, rubber hoses) is preferable.
* Experience with APQP, FMEA, PPAP, and Control Plans.
* Strong background in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing.
* Lead auditor training is preferred.
* Understanding of ISO9001 and IATF16949 standards.
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