Salary: Market related
Reference: quality eng dro
Are you a quality-focused engineer ready to take supplier management to the next level? Join a dynamic, innovative team ensuring our supply chain consistently delivers world-class quality, safety, and performance. This role is primarily based in Worcester, with up to 60% travel to supplier sites across the UK and Europe.
Supplier Qualification & Auditing
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Lead supplier audits (initial, process, surveillance) to verify compliance with quality, safety, and delivery standards.
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Assess suppliers against ISO 9001, ISO 3834, and PED standards.
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Qualify and onboard new suppliers through structured screening and capability assessments.
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Monitor approvals, certifications, and supplier performance against contractual and regulatory obligations.
Supplier Development & Performance Management
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Identify opportunities to improve supplier quality, delivery, and process capability.
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Drive root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (8D), and performance recovery plans.
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Collaborate with Procurement, Engineering, and Production to align supplier capabilities with product and manufacturing needs.
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Maintain and communicate supplier quality metrics, scorecards, and risk profiles.
Technical Quality Support
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Review supplier documentation including weld procedures, inspection reports, material certificates, and quality plans.
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Support introduction and validation of new or modified components/subassemblies.
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Participate in PPAP, FAIR, or equivalent product validation processes.
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Ensure compliance with pressure vessel and safety regulations relevant to supplied components.
Continuous Improvement
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Promote best practices in lean manufacturing, process control, defect reduction, and first-time-right culture among suppliers.
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Contribute to cross-functional projects focused on cost reduction, risk mitigation, or product launch readiness.
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, or related field.
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Experience as a Supplier Quality Engineer in manufacturing, HVAC, or engineered products.
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Strong auditing skills with knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 3834, and PED.
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Technical knowledge of fabrication, welding, CNC machining, assembly, and quality inspection techniques.
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Full UK Driver’s Licence.
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Strong interpersonal skills to work with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
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Willingness to travel ~60% to UK and European suppliers.
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Formal qualifications in Engineering, Metallurgy, or Manufacturing Technology.
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Certified Lead/Internal Auditor (e.g., IRCA).
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Knowledge of materials such as carbon steel, stainless steel, brass, and copper.
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Experience using APQP, PPAP, 8D, FMEA, or other structured quality tools.
- Shape a world-class supply chain through auditing, mentoring, and continuous improvement.
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Engage in mission-critical projects where quality makes a visible impact.
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Join a forward-thinking, collaborative team with opportunities for personal growth and career progression.
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Travel, challenge, and variety—you’ll never have a dull day.
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