Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer

Location: Titchfield, Hampshire

Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)

Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:15pm

Friday: 7:30am - 11:30am

(Slight flexibility within these hours)

Travel:

Regular travel to UK-based suppliers, ranging from 2 to 300 miles from the Titchfield plant.

Frequency: Once or twice a week, depending on supplier issues.

Role Overview:

Our aerospace client based in Titchfield is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to join them on a PAYE contract basis. The initial duration is 3 months with potential for continuous extension.

Essential Functions:

• Evaluate the supply base using Supplier Quality Assessment techniques.
• Approve Suppliers through desktop and/or on-site audits.
• Communicate Regulatory, Customer, and Business requirements to suppliers.
• Develop and deliver training programs.
• Resolve issues with suppliers related to manufacture, quality, handling, and communications.
• Host daily MRB reviews for supply chain non-conforming product received (rotation within the team).
• Manage supplier problems/non-conformances and drive supplier resolution.
• As the team grows, enable supplier on-site audits against quality requirements.
• Ensure supplier assurance against client requirements.
• Provide plant support with NC detection, including containment of detected issues at TF plant and driving containment by the supplier.
• Authorise concessions in line with Company & Customer requirements.
• Update Supplier Metrics and maintain supplier or subcontractor specifications.
• Maintain Supplier SPC records and ERP system.
• Conduct external and internal audits with authority to accept or reject proposed suppliers.

Specialised Knowledge:

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing with knowledge of regulatory requirements (EASA Part 21, AS/EN9100).
• Auditing experience within Electro-Mechanical and Mechanical engineering.
• Supervisory skills for corrective actions and improvement activities.
• Supplier evaluation and development experience, preferably in a lead role.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word; ability to adapt to new business software.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Tactful approach in meetings with Senior Management.
• Qualified Auditor.
• Degree/BTEC/HND in an engineering-related discipline or equivalent experience.

Additional Requirements:

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK, adhering to ITAR restrictions.