Lead supplier quality engineer Work, Jobs in Birmingham, Eng (with Salaries)

Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE)
Norton Motorcycles —Solihull
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
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Supplier Quality Manufacturing Engineer
Siemens Energy —Warwick
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
- Travel
Quality Engineer - QMS
ZF —Darlaston
- Up to £50,000 a year
- Computer literacy
- Engineering
- Travel
Supplier Quality Engineer
Armstrong Fluid Technology —Droitwich
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
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Supplier Performance Manager
Safran —Wolverhampton
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Leadership
- Communication skills
Quality Engineer - Compliance Analysis
Danfoss —Warwick
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
- Annual leave
Quality Engineer - NPD
Norton Motorcycles —Solihull
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Project management
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
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8d
Quality Engineer
Artifex Interior Systems Limited —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Quality control
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Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
Energym —Shirley
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Free parking
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Quality Manager / Quality Engineer
ATB Special Products Limited —Cradley Heath
- £37,000 - £47,000 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
- In-person
- Free parking
- Bereavement leave
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11d
Lead Engineer - Armoured Vehicles
NP Aerospace —Coventry
- £45,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- No degree
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Flexible schedule
Quality Engineer
WHS Plastics —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
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Lead Design Engineer
Ishida —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Team management
- Organisational skills
NPI Quality Engineer
WHS Plastics —Bridgnorth
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
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Quality Engineer
Atkore —West Bromwich
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Quality Engineer - Energy
ALTEN —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Schematics
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Employee assistance programme
- Life insurance
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Lead Engineer - Armoured Vehicles
NP Aerospace Limited —Coventry
- £45,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- No degree
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Flexible schedule
Customer Quality Engineer - Engines
Norton Motorcycles —Solihull
- Analysis skills
- No degree
- Travel
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
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8d
Materials Scientist
Morgan Advanced Materials —Stourport-on-Severn
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Data analysis skills
- Laboratory experience
Lead Advanced Development Engineer
Techtronic Industries GmbH (TTI) —Droitwich
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Presentation skills

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Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE)

Norton Motorcycles -
Solihull

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Job details

Benefits

Free parking
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Private medical insurance
Life insurance
On-site parking

Qualifications

Power BI
Non-conformance investigation
Dashboard visualisation
Six Sigma Green Belt
8D methodology
Engineering
APQP
Mechanical Engineering
ERP software
Quality control within general manufacturing industry
Internal department liaison
Microsoft Office Suite
ISO 9001
GD&T
Analysis skills
Continuous improvement
Quality control
Organisational skills
Management reporting
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Supplier quality management
Supply chain quality assurance
Root cause analysis
PPAP
SAP ERP
Communication skills
Analytics

Full job description

We’re not just another bike brand - we're an iconic, British motorcycle brand with over 120 years of history behind us. Our new state-of-the-art facilities in Solihull, West Midlands are home to a tight-knit, but ever-expanding team that's passionate about delivering exquisite riding experiences to our customers.

Under new ownership and proud to be part of the TVS Motor family, we're entering a new era of global success. And we want you to be a part of it!

At Norton, we value respect, trust, and responsibility. We trust our employees to execute their roles exceptionally and professionally, and we value personal development, teaching, and learning. When you join our team, you'll have the opportunity to grow and learn alongside some of the most talented and dedicated people in the business.

So if you're passionate about motorcycles and looking to join a team that's shaping the future of this legendary brand, we'd love to hear from you!

The Role

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is responsible for the day-to-day operational management of supplier quality performance within Norton Motorcycles' manufacturing environment. Acting as the primary interface between the Supplier Quality and Plant Quality functions, you will ensure supplier-related quality concerns are effectively contained, investigated, communicated, and resolved to minimise disruption to production.

Working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing and suppliers, you will drive supplier accountability through structured problem-solving, robust KPI reporting, and continuous improvement activities. This role is critical in maintaining supplier quality performance, reducing production downtime, and ensuring compliance with Norton Motorcycles' quality standards and recognised automotive quality systems.

Duties/Responsibilities

Act as the primary operational contact for supplier quality issues affecting manufacturing
Manage supplier non-conformances from identification through to effective containment, corrective action, verification and closure
Coordinate containment activities to minimise production disruption and protect product quality
Lead supplier root cause investigations using recognised methodologies including 8D, 5 Why and Ishikawa
Monitor and drive supplier corrective actions to ensure timely and effective resolution
Maintain accurate supplier quality records, documentation and issue tracking systems
Develop and maintain supplier quality KPI dashboards and performance reporting
Analyse supplier performance data to identify recurring issues, trends and improvement opportunities
Support Supplier Quality Development activities by providing operational performance feedback and issue escalation
Work closely with Plant Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering and Purchasing to ensure alignment on supplier quality performance
Participate in production quality reviews, supplier meetings and cross-functional improvement activities
Support supplier visits, investigations and quality reviews where required
Ensure supplier quality activities comply with IATF 16949, ISO 9001 and Norton Motorcycles quality standards
Promote a culture of continuous improvement throughout the supplier quality process
Support internal and external quality audits relating to supplier performance

Requirements

Essential

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Quality Engineering or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent industry experience
Minimum of three years' experience within Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality or a similar automotive quality role
Experience working within an automotive or high-volume manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
Practical experience using AIAG Core Tools, including:
- APQP
- PPAP
- PFMEA
- Control Plans
- SPC
- MSA
Experience managing supplier non-conformances and corrective actions using structured problem-solving methodologies such as:
- 8D
- 5 Why
- Ishikawa (Fishbone)
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
Strong analytical and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments and supplier organisations

Desirable

Internal Auditor qualification (ISO 9001 and/or IATF 16949)
Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher)
Experience using SAP or equivalent ERP systems
Knowledge of Power BI or equivalent reporting tools
Membership of the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) or a recognised engineering institution

Rewards of working for Norton:

We like to take care of our Nortoneers and we think we offer some pretty decent rewards. Here's what you'll get when you join the team:

Competitive salary package that recognises your skills and experience
33 days of holiday (inc. Bank Hols) to relax and recharge
Generous pension scheme that sets you up for the future, with access to personalised advice.
Private Medical Insurance and a Cash Back Programme to keep you feeling your best
Life insurance (4x salary) because we've got your back no matter what
FREE fruit, got to have your five-a-day!
WeCare Employee Assistance Programme, which includes access to online GP services, dietary advice, mental health support, bereavement counselling, and a fitness programme
Experience the thrill of an entrepreneurial environment within a larger, well-funded company with ambitious long-term goals.
Elevate your career with our Ideas for Excellence scheme, where every brilliant idea is not just valued, but also rewarded!
A diverse and international team that brings together different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.
Join the fun with our twice-yearly employee events, payday socials, and loads of exciting activities in between!
Want to go green? You can enjoy free electric bicycle hire
Plus, no need to stress about finding a parking spot - we've got on-site free parking covered and FREE electric charge points.

We know how important it is to take care of our team, and we're committed to continually improving our reward offering in line with the business growth plan.

Join us and see for yourself!

PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT ACCEPT AGENCY APPLICATIONS

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