At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive supplier quality improvements and manage performance in a dynamic engineering environment.
- Company: Established engineering firm in aerospace and defence, focused on quality and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and long-term career development opportunities.
- Other info: Exciting period of growth with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and make a real impact on supplier quality processes.
- Qualifications: Experience in regulated manufacturing and strong problem-solving skills required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 42000 £ per year.
An established engineering and manufacturing business operating within highly regulated industries is looking to appoint an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to strengthen its quality team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in aerospace, defence, electronics or another precision manufacturing environment who enjoys working closely with suppliers to improve quality performance, reduce risk and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain.
The business is undergoing an exciting period of growth and positive transformation, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys driving improvements, influencing change and helping shape robust supplier quality processes within a growing organisation.
The Role
Reporting into the Quality function, you'll take ownership of supplier quality activities from approval and auditing through to non-conformance management and supplier performance improvement. Working with both internal teams and external suppliers, you'll ensure products and services consistently meet customer, regulatory and business requirements.
- Managing supplier approval, qualification and ongoing performance.
- Maintaining and developing the Approved Supplier List.
- Monitoring supplier quality KPIs and identifying improvement opportunities.
- Investigating supplier quality issues and leading supplier corrective actions (SCARs).
- Supporting suppliers with root cause analysis using recognised problem-solving techniques such as 8D, 5 Whys and Ishikawa.
- Planning and conducting supplier audits based on risk and performance.
- Verifying compliance with AS9100 and customer quality requirements.
- Supporting incoming inspection activities and resolving technical quality concerns.
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives throughout the supply chain.
- Supporting CAPA investigations, internal audits and wider quality improvement activities.
About You
We're looking for someone who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent supplier relationship skills. You'll ideally have:
- HNC/HND or Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality or equivalent industry experience.
- Previous experience within aerospace, defence, electronics or another highly regulated manufacturing environment.
- Good working knowledge of AS9100 quality standards.
- Experience managing supplier non-conformances, corrective actions and CAPA activities.
- Supplier auditing experience (Internal Auditor qualification advantageous).
- Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
- Excellent communication skills with confidence to challenge suppliers professionally.
- Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance.
Desirable Experience
Experience with any of the following would be beneficial:
- AS9100 Lead Auditor qualification.
- CQI membership.
- Six Sigma Green Belt (or equivalent).
- Defence or military manufacturing standards.
- QMS software such as Q-Pulse.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package. The opportunity to join a growing engineering business during an exciting period of positive change. The chance to make a genuine impact by improving supplier quality and shaping best practice. Exposure to technically advanced engineering programmes. Long-term career development within a collaborative and supportive team.
If you're looking for a role where you can influence change, improve supplier performance and play a key role in a business that's investing in its future, we'd love to hear from you.
Supplier Quality Engineer in Norfolk employer: Gerrell & Hard
Gerrell & Hard is an excellent employer for those looking to make a significant impact in the automotive and motorsport sectors. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, a collaborative work culture, and the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements, we provide our team with the tools and support needed to excel in their roles. Join us to be part of a dynamic environment that values innovation and robust commercial outcomes.
