Supplier Quality Engineer

Location: South Ruislip

MTrecs new career opportunity Our client are specialists in their market sector, they have an outstanding opportunity for a Supplier Quality Engineer to join them on a permanent basis. The Job youll do Conduct quality assessments and audits of suppliers to ensure compliance with company and industry standards. Evaluate new suppliers and conduct periodic audits of existing suppliers to assess performance.

Recommend and implement improvements for supplier quality systems. Review and approve supplier documentation, including PPAPs, FMEAs, and control plans. Review customer contract documentation and flow down QA requirements, including ITP, APQP, etc. Ensure that incoming materials and components meet required specifications through inspection and testing. Work with suppliers to resolve non-conformance issues and develop corrective action plans (CAPA). Coordinate witness of supply chain activities.

Ensure consistency in supplier quality management between UK and India operations. Perform product verification in suppliers facility where required. Collaborate with suppliers to drive continuous improvement initiatives, improving product quality and reducing costs. Support and drive continuous improvement activities in our facility in India. Implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance supplier processes and reduce defects. Provide training and support to suppliers and our facility in India to help them meet quality expectations.

Responsible for ensuring product and material certification from suppliers is received and reviewed. Maintain records of quality assessments, audits, and corrective actions. Generate reports on supplier performance, including defect rates and quality trends. Communicate supplier quality issues to relevant internal teams and management. Develop and maintain a vendor rating system. Develop and manage standard policies, processes, and programs for the supplier base Assist in business improvement projects and corrective action as required.

Deputise for colleagues, & undertake related tasks. About You 2 years of experience in supplier quality engineering, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments. Knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and industry standards. Proficiency in quality tools such as FMEA, 8D, SPC, and PPAP. Attention to detail, good communication skills. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Ability to travel to supplier sites both in the UK and internationally.

HNC in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field (desirable). Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent certification. (desirable). Full UK driving licence. Subject to a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check. The Rewards and the benefits Competitive pay. Enhanced pension. Training & development