Job summary
Matchtech has partnered with a leading defence organisation, recognised with numerous awards, including the annual Glassdoor Employees' Choice Award.
Key skills required for this role
Advanced Product Quality Planning,SAP QM systems,Validation,Supplier Quality,Manufacturing,Industrial,FMEAs,MRL assessments,Portfolio management
Important
Candidates must be eligible to obtain a SC (Security) clearance
Job description
Our client, a prominent player in the Defence sector, is currently seeking an Industrial Validation Engineer to join their team in Greater Manchester or Hertforshire. This permanent role is an exciting opportunity to join an expanding team responsible for the technical validation of external supply chain activities, ensuring the successful delivery of parts required for full-rate production.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Assess and validate suppliers' capability to meet requirements
2. Support suppliers to develop robust manufacturing systems and control plans
3. Conduct Industrial Validation activities such as Process FMEAs and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) assessments
4. Manage a portfolio of suppliers across multiple projects
5. Identify and communicate manufacturing and supply chain risks, implementing improvement and mitigation plans
6. Handle elements of manufacturing capability transfer from in-house to supplier
7. Track and report validation status to senior Industrial Engineers, management, and stakeholders
Job Requirements:
8. Experience in Manufacturing Engineering with strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and techniques
9. Desirable experience in manufacturing and New Product Introduction (NPI) within the Aerospace or Defence sectors
10. Proficiency in Industrial Validation tools such as Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Process FMEAs, and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) assessments
11. Skilled in problem-solving and improvement toolsets
12. Strong analytical abilities and proficiency in Excel, SAP QM system, and document management tools
13. Excellent communication skills to work closely with Design, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality teams
14. Ability to travel and work effectively in a team environment
15. British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship
Wht's in it for you?
16. Annual Company bonus
17. Pension contributions up to 14%
18. Opportunity for paid overtime
19. Flexi Leave of up to 15 additional days
20. Flexible working arrangements
21. Enhanced parental leave
22. Fantastic site facilities including heavily subsidised meals and free car parking
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