Supplier Quality Engineer

Working onsite in Stafford (ST16)

Initial 12 month contract - likely to extend for the right person

37 hours a week, lunchtime finish on a Friday. Mon to Thurs 08:30-16:30, Fri 08:30-13:30

Up to £30.24 PAYE hourly rate plus holiday and pension contribution OR Umbrella hourly rates up to £41.04 - depending on experience

Would you like to work for a global team who don't just talk about progress and innovation, they make it happen! Their applications and products are truly building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Our client is a worldwide manufacturer of construction and mining products. They're looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer, on an initial 12 month contract basis which is likely to extend for the right person; to ensure external suppliers provide Castings, Machined parts, Tubes & Hoses, Electrical & Electronics components that meet the required quality standards through audits, performance monitoring, and collaboration to resolve issues.

What will the Supplier Quality Engineer do?

Conduct supplier audits & assessments, analyse data, implement corrective actions, to maintain a high-performing supplier network, safeguarding product integrity and customer satisfaction
You will be the bridge between suppliers and the facility for any issues, working with both sides to get issues resolved
You'll also monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, manage Relationships, improve processes, mitigate risks and ensure supplier compliance
Collect, analyse and summarise data to prepare reports on supplier quality and performance
Some travel to suppliers will be required
What skills and experience does the Supplier Quality Engineer need?

Previous demonstrable experience working with suppliers. You'll have high technical knowledge in manufacturing & quality systems, and process knowledge in casting, machining, tubes & hoses, electrical & electronics components
Experience in quality assurance, supplier management, process improvement and knowledge of manufacturing processes
Knowledge with APQP, PPAP, Root Cause Analysis is essential
Strong leadership and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills dealing with both internal and external partners
Analytical skills for data analysis and reporting
PC literate: used to using MS Office suite
Desirable: Supplier Quality Management preferably in the Engine manufacturing industry
Desirable: Project Management experience
If you're interested, please apply now with an up-to-date copy of your CV that clearly shows your relevant experience; suitably qualified candidates will be contacted immediately.

The above represents a summary of the contract assignment.  A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates