Supplier Quality Engineer

Motoring & Automotive jobs >> Automotive/Aerospace

Negotiable

Permanent

Description

Supplier Quality Engineer - Congleton

On behalf of our client, a leading aerospace manufacturing company, we are seeking a dedicated and experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to join their team in Congleton. Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, this role is responsible for managing supplier quality performance, ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory requirements, and supporting continuous improvement throughout the company's supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain robust supplier quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and third-party requirements.
Manage supplier approvals, audits, and ongoing performance evaluations through scorecards and metrics.
Lead the investigation, resolution, and reporting of supplier-related non-conformances (NCRs) and quality issues.
Support APQP and PPAP processes with suppliers in alignment with AIAG guidelines and customer-specific requirements.
Work closely with procurement and engineering teams to evaluate and qualify new suppliers.
Assist suppliers with the development of control plans, process FMEAs, and capability studies.
Support the compilation and review of supplier FAIRs (First Article Inspection Reports).
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain through root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
Ensure supplier compliance to ISO9001/AS9100 and other relevant aerospace standards.
Collaborate with internal Product Value Stream Teams to align supplier activities with project requirements.

Skills & Experience

Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a Supplier Quality or Quality Assurance role within an aerospace manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and 8D.
Experience in conducting supplier audits and managing supplier development initiatives.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong supplier relationships.

Qualifications

Essential

Recognised qualification in Engineering and/or Quality Assurance.
Experience with AS9100 Quality Management Systems.
Desirable

Lead Auditor certification for ISO9001/9100.
Practical experience in supplier development and performance monitoring.

Package & Benefits

Competitive salary
Excellent pension and life assurance scheme
4-day working week
20 days holiday (equivalent to 5 weeks) plus bank holidays
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work scheme
Free on-site parking
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