At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and maintain a top-notch Quality Management System for cutting-edge battery technology.
- Company: Join AESC, a global leader in sustainable battery manufacturing.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, competitive salary, and opportunities for travel.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential for career growth and mentoring opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of the green revolution in electric vehicles and energy storage.
- Qualifications: HNC or equivalent in Quality Assurance/Systems; Lead Auditor certification preferred.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
AESC is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
With significant growth plans in Sunderland, AESC is expanding its workforce to support the transition to sustainable mobility and the future of battery manufacturing.
- Mission & Main Objectives
- Further develop and benchmark AESC UK Quality Management System which is independently certificated to IATF16949:2016.
- Develop a program of audits to ensure compliance with relevant standards and customer requirements.
- Conduct Internal QMS audits to plan.
- Facilitate Quality Management System standardisation in the UK and with other global regions.
Outline and Responsibilities
- Maintain and further develop the existing Quality Management System to ensure it satisfies the needs of the business.
- Work with Corporate QMS teams to develop group level processes and documentation aligned to certificated standards and industry best practice.
- Co-ordinate and facilitate customer audit and third-party audits (such as certification and surveillance audits).
- Internal audit schedule planning - system/process/product audits across multiple production sites.
- Carry out internal system/process/product audits across multiple production sites.
- Monitor NCR and OFI status including supporting auditee with corrective action/improvement plans.
- Supervise QMS technicians.
- Mentoring and delivery of Quality Management System training as required.
Experience and Qualifications Required
- HNC or equivalent in related Quality Assurance/Systems/engineering or science subject.
- Lead Auditor certification and experience preferred – IATF16949 / VDA6.3 or other certificated/regulated standards
- Extensive experience of Quality Management System - IATF 16949:2016 / ISO9001:2015 / VDA6.3:2023 or other certificated management systems - system implementation, development and maintenance experience
- Experience of third-party audit / customer audit.
- Internal systems audit – experience of planning, conducting, monitoring.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Other requirements
- Driving licence and vehicle
- Flexible for UK and occasional overseas travel
- Flexible working (may be requirement for overtime or adjustment of the working day/week during busy periods)
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Quality Management Systems Engineer in Sunderland employer: AESC UK
AESC is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Sunderland that is at the forefront of sustainable mobility and battery manufacturing. With a strong focus on employee growth, AESC provides ample opportunities for professional development, a supportive culture that champions high performance, and a commitment to compliance and employee engagement initiatives, making it an ideal place for HR professionals looking to make a meaningful impact.
