Telford

Supplier Quality Engineer

Are you an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer? Do you have experience in ensuring the smooth operation of engineering supply chains?

Major Recruitment, in partnership with Polytec Group, are looking to recruit a Supplier Quality Engineer on a permanent basis to join the team based in Telford.

As a Supplier Quality Engineer you will be responsible for ensuring that the supply chain companies continually develop their process in line with the design intent of the customer and verify their systems to ensure they are compliant with the end customer’s needs. This includes on-going supply chain company verification.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF A SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER:

• Carry out supplier validation audits, with supplier support and supplier advanced product quality planning (APQP).
• Work with Engineering (Design and Manufacturing Engineers) team to define process parameters and criteria to ensure supplier process capability is effective to meet product and process requirements
• Assist in the supplier approval process by assessing manufacturing/technology capabilities and Health, Safety and Environmental risks
• Assist in new product launches to ensure that supplier quality meets the required standards
• Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions of supplier quality issues
• Perform on-site supplier visits for root cause analysis and verification of correction actions of supplier quality issues
• Collate and evaluate supplier quality data to identify process improvement opportunities within the supply chain
• Work with the supplier directly, create correction action plans to address process failures
• Review supplier manufacturing processes, collaborate with suppliers on process improvement and value enhancement opportunities
• Promote the use of customer preferred techniques for continuous improvement such as Lean, Six-Sigma, Poka-Yoke (Error Proofing), Measurement System Analysis, and PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)
• Provide concise, complete and accurate documentation of inspection results relative to area of responsibility. In appropriate functional areas, this refers to supporting inspection and test status requirements defined by regulations, engineering product specifications or Control Plans, PPAP approval or product warrant submission
• Facilitate the escalation of unresolved supplier quality issues within assigned projects and suppliers
• Assist the Quality Manager to monitor and report on supplier product quality and performance
• Assist with training of quality awareness
• Report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in order to adhere to process and prevent occurrence of any non-conformity relating to product, process or system
• Assist with first off sample approvals
• Participate in cross-functional teams in the development of new products or changes related to current products in meeting customer requirements
• Manage and coordinate supplier PPM, supplier problem solving on time, cost recovery and supplier warranty indicators
• Lead quality audits
• Undertake special projects as required
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities
• Quality control of work by appropriate reviews
• Support and lead process improvement activities at the supplier
• Write reports and present progress at project meetings and to clients
• Achieve goals within budget
• Conduct benchmarking studies to determine best practices/designs and future trends
• Plan projects or subtasks so they may be tracked and presented
• Attend various meetings and action/communicate instructions
• Produce written reports and make presentations
• Stay current and up to date on any changes that may affect the supply and demand of needed products and materials and advise others of any impact
• Undertake personal continuous training and development
• Perform root cause analysis and resolve problems
• Independently determine approach and assigned tasks

SKILLS REQUIRED AS A SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER:

• Relevant manufacturing/engineering degree preferred, or ONC, A Levels, BTec Diploma Level 3 or equivalent NVQ level 3 qualification
• Substantial experience in a high volume manufacturing environment, preferably automotive
• Experience of working in Quality Assurance
• Experience of dealing with customers and suppliers
• Strong knowledge of quality and business systems – including APQP, PPAP, FMEA
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge
• Knowledge of TS16949/ ISO45001/ OHSAS18001/ ISO14001
• Knowledge of measurement techniques, metrology, inspection methods and equipment
• Understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings and manufacturing processes
• Good communication and interpersonal, listening, negotiation, problem solving and analytical skills
• Understanding of budgeting, cost and financial impacts

Major Recruitment are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Should you be seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment, or contract you will find our staff professional and courteous and our interview process straight forward.

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APQP Quality Engineer – Automotive Manufacturing

Major Recruitment, in partnership with Polytec Group, are looking to recruit a APQP Quality Engineer on a permanent basis to join the team based in Telford.

This APQP Quality Engineer role will be working within our state of the art plant facility. As a APQP Quality Engineer you will be responsible for the delivery of new product designs, from the concept stage through to finished products ready for manufacture.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF AN APQP QUALITY ENGINEER:

• Assist with quality-related issues within the manufacturing team (e.g. internal, supplier, customer and customer warranty)
• Identify root cause and instigate permanent corrective actions for product quality issues
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to resolve quality issues that arise as quickly and efficiently as possible to prevent compromising quality and safety standards
• Carry out product and process auditing
• Ensure control plans and associated documentation are implemented effectively and maintained
• Stop production in the event of manufacture of unacceptable goods/processes
• Ensure compliance and assist with adherence to the Quality Management system (IATF16949/ISO9001)
• Write product test procedures
• Undertake special projects as required
• Assist with training of quality awareness
• Report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in order to adhere to process and prevent occurrence of any non-conformity relating to product, process or system
• Assist with first off sample approvals
• Promote the use of customer preferred techniques for continuous improvement such as Six-Sigma, Poka-Yoke (Error Proofing), and Measurement System Analysis
• Participate in cross-functional teams in the development of new products or changes related to current products in meeting customer requirements
• Participate in the development and refinement of Design and Process FMEA’s (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)
• Lead quality audits
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities
• Quality control of work by appropriate reviews (customer concern effectiveness audits)
• Support and lead process improvement activities
• Write reports and present progress at project meetings and to customer base
• Plan projects or subtasks so they may be tracked and presented
• Attend various meetings and action/communicate instructions

SKILLS REQUIRED AS AN APQP QUALITY ENGINEER:

• DipQ or HNC an advantage but not essential
• Proven experience in tier 1 or OEM automotive quality, preferably with at least two years at Quality engineer / senior quality engineer level.
• Experience of multiple OEM’s beneficial. Inclusive of JLR and VW Group.
• Extensive audit experience, good working knowledge of IATF16949 and VDA standards. Lead Auditor status preferred
• Previous experience of working within mould, assembly and aesthetic paint is an advantage
• Extensive knowledge of core tools and GD&T principles is essential.
• Strong knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP / Note Submission), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA)

Candidates will need to demonstrate a history of leading new program introduction to OEM level on major programs at interview.

Major Recruitment are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Should you be seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment, or contract you will find our staff professional and courteous and our interview process straight forward.

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Are you an experienced Supply Chain Supervisor with excellent communication and organisational skills? Do you have excellent people skills and experienced with managing a team?

Major Recruitment are working in partnership with Polytec, a leading automotive manufacturer, to recruit a Supply Chain Supervisor to play a key role in the Supply Chain department at their site based in Telford.

As a Supply Chain Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of a fast-moving manufacturing environment whilst achieving agreed budgetary and service levels to customers as well as meeting all legal requirements. Responsible for organising the safe and efficient receipt, storage and dispatch of warehouse materials, goods, and products to feed business operations and customer demand. Responsible for the day-to-day management of people within the warehouse function, to ensure company’s targets and objectives are met to meet customer requirements, ensuring that staff comply with health, safety and standard operating procedures. Responsible for housekeeping standards and continuous improvement within the warehouse.

Key Responsibilities of a Supply Chain Supervisor:

• Plan, co-ordinate and monitor the receipt, storage and dispatch of goods.
• Ensure orders are processed efficiently and that the delivery of materials to production lines is in accordance with production schedules and to quality standards and the delivery of materials meets customers timescales/requirements.
• Organise, facilitate and manage stock takes at regular intervals.
• Ensure that all relevant procedures and processes are followed and adhered to in line with the Company’s procedures and requirements.
• Operate visual delivery tracking systems in order that commodity status can be seen at a glance.
• Ensure that internal delivery processes are adhered to, to support dispatch time windows.
• Lead follow up and resolve Customer concerns.
• Identify errors and eliminate root cause using robust countermeasures and sustain the corrective actions to eliminate repeat issues.
• Deliver efficiencies to support year on year operational budget reduction.
• Manage the implementation of engineering changes, production trials, model change and pilot build ensuring robust product life cycles.
• Implement warehouse and management systems and working practices in line with best practice and continuous improvement.
• Maintain the management of supplier return packaging.
• Record and communicate all shortage issues to the relevant personnel.
• Provide a safe working environment, adhering to Health, Safety and Environmental procedures and ensuring they are understood and practiced by the team at all times.

Skills required to be a successful Supply Chain Supervisor:

• Achievement of or working towards Supervisory qualification e.g. NEBS/ILM
• Production/Manufacturing experience – automotive desirable
• Experience of operating in a supervisory capacity within a fast paced, highly pressurised warehouse and distribution environment
• Strong people and performance management skills
• Continuous improvement and problem-solving techniques
• Excellent IT Skills
• Excellent SAP knowledge experience of D-Soft advantageous
• Ability to sustain and develop team working and team based problem solving
• Excellent Communication Skills and ability to build strong working relationships
• Able to work on initiative
• Ability to lead and motivate a team of people to succeed by utilising appropriate interpersonal styles including leading by example, setting objectives and defining responsibilities to give a clear sense of direction

What’s in it for you?

• A highly competitive salary
• Employee Assistance Programme which can offer independent confidential advice on a number of areas including:
• Financial Wellbeing
• Mental Wellbeing
• Physical Wellbeing

• Life Assurance Cover
• Salary Exchange savings linked to colleague pension scheme contributions
• Pension
• Buy and Sell Annual Leave
• Corporate Discount Portal
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• 25 Days Holidays plus 8 bank holidays
• Free Car Parking

Major Recruitment are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Should you be seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment, or contract you will find our staff professional and courteous and our interview process straight forward.

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