Supplier Quality Engineer (Naval)
Rugby, UK
Rate £TBC
Initial 6 Months
Essential Responsibilities
- Improve supplier quality performance for assigned suppliers via Quality Plan implementation.
- Approve supplier selection through robust qualification processes.
- Expand supply chain through supplier selection, assessment and qualification.
- Assure supplier compliance to GESP QMS, Naval SQAR and regulatory requirements through supplier monitoring process.
- Develop positive relationships and work closely with Sourcing Leaders to manage and implement supplier/engineering changes, New Product Introductions, and transfers.
- Interface with Suppliers, Engineering, Service, Manufacturing and Sourcing to drive Quality improvements that minimise the Costs of Quality.
- Assure Corrective and Preventive Action plans are developed and executed at assigned suppliers.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, acknowledge, develop, communicate & implement a strategy to ensure compliance.
- Develop and execute on Supplier Audit Plan.
- All other duties as assigned by line manager.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Due to the nature of this position, the candidate must either hold NSV Security Clearance or capable of obtaining security clearance.
- Degree in an engineering or technical discipline or equivalent non-technical degree with experience in manufacturing, engineering or quality assurance.
- Experience in manufacturing, engineering, quality assurance.
- Experience in defence-related quality assurance requirements.
- Trained Lead Quality Supplier Auditor.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel spreadsheet development and analysis.
- Effective problem solving, root-cause analytical skills to lead and influence others to drive change (cross-functionally and globally).
- Demonstrated knowledge of Quality Management System tools, continuous improvement methodologies and in-depth understanding of site level products and related processes.
Quality Specific Goals
- Aware of and comply with the GESP Quality Manual, Quality Management System, Quality Management Policy, Quality Goals, and applicable laws and regulations as they apply to this job type/position.
- Aware of and comply with UK Ministry of Defence Quality Assurance requirements, ensuring compliant flow down and adherence throughout supply chain.
- Complete all planned Quality & Compliance training within the defined deadlines. 3. Identify and report any quality or compliance concerns and take immediate corrective action as required.
- Knowledge and understanding of GESP Purchasing Controls and associated Work Instructions and operates within them to ensure that all purchased product and services conform to specified requirements.
- Ensure a compliant and qualified supply base by conducting supplier evaluations and audits.
