Supplier Quality Engineer

Supplier Quality Engineer Salary: £55,000 per annum Car Allowance: £450 per month (£5,400 per annum) Location: Droitwich Spa Working Pattern: Full-time, Office and Site-Based Reporting to: Quality Engineering Lead The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to join a leading global engineering and manufacturing business specialising in fluid-flow technology. With a strong international presence and multiple manufacturing facilities across four continents, this is an excellent opportunity to join an established organisation at the forefront of engineering innovation. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and maintaining a high-performing supply chain, ensuring suppliers consistently meet demanding quality, safety and delivery standards. You will take ownership of supplier audits, quality assurance, supplier development and continuous improvement activities, working closely with internal departments and external suppliers to drive quality performance across the business. Key Responsibilities Supplier Auditing & Qualification Plan and carry out initial, process and ongoing supplier audits. Assess suppliers against ISO 9001, ISO 3834 and Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) requirements. Evaluate and approve new suppliers through structured quality and capability assessments. Monitor supplier certifications, approvals and ongoing compliance. Identify supplier risks and ensure appropriate quality standards are maintained. Supplier Development & Quality Improvement Develop supplier performance across quality, delivery and manufacturing processes. Lead and support root cause investigations, corrective actions and 8D reports. Work with Procurement, Engineering and Production teams to resolve supplier-related issues. Monitor supplier performance through quality metrics, scorecards and improvement plans. Drive continuous improvement and help reduce supplier defects and non-conformances. Technical Quality & Engineering Support Review technical documentation, including welding procedures, inspection reports, material certificates and quality plans. Support the introduction and validation of new components and subassemblies. Participate in PPAP, FAIR and other product approval processes. Ensure supplied components meet relevant engineering, pressure equipment and safety standards. Apply technical knowledge of fabrication, welding, CNC machining and manufacturing processes. Continuous Improvement Promote best practice in lean manufacturing, process control and defect prevention. Support quality improvement projects, cost reduction initiatives and risk management. Encourage a strong first-time-right quality culture throughout the supply chain. The Ideal Candidate To be successful in this position, you will ideally have: Significant experience in a Supplier Quality Engineer or similar quality engineering position within a manufacturing or engineered products environment. A strong understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 3834 and the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED). Experience conducting supplier audits and managing supplier approval processes. Good technical knowledge of fabrication, welding, CNC machining, assembly and inspection techniques. Experience with structured quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, 8D and FMEA. Knowledge of engineering materials, including carbon steel, stainless steel, brass and copper. Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and develop suppliers. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to supplier sites throughout the UK and occasionally Europe (approximately 60% travel). Desirable Qualifications & Experience: Degree or formal qualification in Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, Metallurgy or a related discipline. Certified Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor qualification (e.g. IRCA). Experience working with welding quality standards and pressure equipment regulations. Why Apply? Competitive salary of £55,000 per annum. £450 per month car allowance. Opportunity to join an established international engineering business. Exposure to a diverse supplier base across the UK and Europe. Opportunity to influence manufacturing standards and drive quality improvements. If you are an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer looking for a challenging role with international exposure and the opportunity to make a difference, we would like to hear from you. Apply today to find out more. ARM26