Associate Supplier Quality Engineer

Location: Leicester

Salary: £25k-£30k

My client is a local manufacturer and are looking for a Associate Quality Engineer to join their team. This role will support the supply chain, in the form of planning and execution of processes, designed to improve overall performance. (Quality, Delivery & Cost)

The role will involve liaising with individual buyers and category managers, departments and/or segments.

Associate Supplier Quality Engineer - Job Role:

• Support and maintain standard work procedures.
• Validate supplier capabilities, capacity and quality systems
• Address short term performance issues through 8D/SCAR and Rapid Continuous Improvement
• Assist with the identification of standard work and process needs by collaborating with stakeholders.
• Apply appropriate methodology to drive continuous improvement efforts
• Coach, mentor and train suppliers in Continuous Improvement
• Lead/participate in Launch Readiness programs
• Monitor supplier quality & delivery performance

Associate Supplier Quality Engineer – Person Requirements:

• Understanding of ISO9001:2015 Quality accreditation

• PPAP (Level 2 & 3)
• 8D and tools used within
• Quality Audits (ISO9001)
• Experience and proficiency with various web-based software applications including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.
• Understanding of KPI’S (Key Process Indicators)
• Manufacturing/Assembly background would be an advantage but not essential
• Good understanding of technical drawings
• Good communicator and presenter
• Strong organisational skills with exceptional follow through and attention to detail
• Strong time-management and prioritisation skills, able to multi-task and prioritise competing requirements and meet deadlines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where requirements are constantly changing.

*Training will be given