Supplier Quality Engineer

Contract opportunity - Ongoing. We are currently recruiting for an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to join a global engineering and manufacturing business operating at the forefront of fluid‑flow technology and advanced engineered solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong Supplier Quality professional to play a key role in developing and supporting a high‑performing supply chain across manufacturing and engineered product environments.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supplier auditing, qualification, quality improvement, and supplier performance management, ensuring compliance with industry standards while driving continuous improvement across supplier operations. The role is primarily based in Droitwich but will involve regular travel to supplier sites across the UK and occasional travel within Europe.

• Conduct supplier audits including initial, process, and surveillance audits
• Assess supplier compliance against ISO9001, ISO3834, PED, and company quality standards
• Support supplier qualification, onboarding, and capability assessments
• Monitor supplier approvals, certifications, and ongoing supplier performance
• Drive supplier quality improvements across quality, delivery, and process capability
• Lead root cause investigations, corrective actions, and supplier recovery plans using structured methodologies including 8D
• Work closely with Procurement, Engineering, and Production teams to align supplier capability with business requirements
• Maintain supplier scorecards, KPIs, and supplier risk assessments

• Review supplier quality documentation including weld procedures, inspection reports, quality plans, and material certifications
• Support validation and approval of new or modified supplier components and assemblies
• Participate in PPAP, FAIR, and product validation activities
• Ensure compliance with pressure equipment and safety regulations where applicable
• Promote Lean Manufacturing, defect reduction, and process improvement initiatives across the supplier base
• Support quality improvement projects focused on cost reduction, supplier performance, and operational efficiency
• Contribute to cross‑functional improvement and new product introduction activities

• Previous experience within a Supplier Quality Engineer or Supplier Quality Assurance role within manufacturing, HVAC, fabrication, or engineered products environments
• Strong supplier auditing experience with knowledge of ISO9001, ISO3834, and Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) requirements
• Technical understanding of fabrication, welding, CNC machining, assembly, and inspection processes
• Experience using structured quality tools including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and 8D
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work closely with suppliers and cross‑functional internal teams
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel regularly to supplier sites

This is a hybrid, supplier‑facing role that will require regular travel between our client's facility and supplier sites. The successful candidate will work closely with suppliers to support quality activities, resolve supplier‑related issues, and drive continuous improvement. The majority of supplier visits will be within the Midlands region, so flexibility to travel is essential.

We’re looking for a proactive and driven Supplier Quality Engineer who enjoys working closely with suppliers, solving quality challenges, and driving operational improvement across manufacturing supply chains. This role would suit someone who is technically strong, confident communicating at all levels, and passionate about quality, supplier development, and continuous improvement within a fast‑paced engineering environment.

If you’re looking to join an innovative global engineering business with long‑term opportunities for development and progression, we’d love to hear from you.

Established in 1994, G&P Quality Management is a world‑leading provider of quality management services to the manufacturing industry, primarily in the automotive, aerospace and off‑highway sectors. G&P operates as both an employment business and employment agency in providing and advertising opportunities for our clients. G&P’s philosophy is to provide efficient and effective solutions to eliminate disruptions throughout the manufacturing process and supply chain to support the drive for zero defects reaching the end user. G&P Quality Management is an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.