At a Glance
- Tasks: Investigate and report supplier quality defects to minimise production impact.
- Company: Wrightbus, a fast-growing company with a dynamic work environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy a discretionary bonus, life insurance, and flexible working hours.
- Other info: Great career progression and professional development opportunities await you.
- Why this job: Join a team making a real difference in quality control and production.
- Qualifications: 5 GCSEs including Maths or an apprenticeship; 1 year in quality control.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates. We therefore encourage early applications. All applicants must hold valid right to work in the UK. Please be aware that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future.
This position will be located at our NewPower facility in Bicester.
The Job Summary: Wrightbus is a fast-moving company that has experienced considerable growth over the past year. We are currently looking for a Supplier Quality Technician - Cost Recovery. This individual will find, investigate, report, and contain supplier quality defects, minimising the impact and cost of poor quality on production, service teams, and customers.
The Role:
- Carry out material testing as identified in relevant WMP's.
- Process non-conforming material through the Reject system.
- Conduct quality investigations as requested by Management.
- Provide information to supplier/sub-contractor, buyer, QA department regarding nonconforming materials/products.
- Carry out, supervise and/or coordinate activities required to contain and mitigate quality defects including purging, sorting and rework of stock.
- Ensure all rectification/rework of materials is carried out and meets agreed standards.
- Identify and highlight quality risks in the spares and service logistics chain.
- Follow all relevant processes and procedures within the Quality Management System.
- Communicate with personnel at all levels, internally and externally in relation to Quality matters.
- Preparation of Supplier Recovery Cost data.
- Preparation of cost recovery case files and presentation materials.
- Assist with root cause investigations.
- Coordinate, assist and support suppliers involved in campaigns, field actions and warranty investigations.
The Requirements:
- Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade C and above including Maths or an apprenticeship qualification.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in quality control, supplier quality, or manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
- Working knowledge of supplier quality procedures and practices.
- Use of relevant computer systems (MS Office, SharePoint).
- Advanced data analysis and presentation skills (Excel).
The Benefits:
- 4% discretionary bonus.
- Life Insurance.
- Medicash scheme.
- Free car parking.
- Career progression.
- Professional development.
- Flexitime.
Supplier Quality Technician - Cost Recovery employer: Bamford Bus Company Limited
Wrightbus is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our NewPower facility in Bicester, where innovation and growth are at the forefront. Employees benefit from a supportive culture that prioritises professional development and career progression, alongside perks such as a discretionary bonus, life insurance, and flexible working hours. Join us to be part of a team that values quality and collaboration, making a meaningful impact in the industry.
Contact Details:
Bamford Bus Company Limited Recruitment Team
