Details:
- Salary: £34 - Hour
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Woking Surrey
- Date: 16 hours ago
Description:
HR Employment Bureauare seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineersupport a high-performance automotive programme within a fast-paced, low-volume manufacturing environment.
This is an exciting to work with one of our prestigious automotive clients based in the Woking area.
Hours of work: 07:00 – 16:30
Rate of Pay: £34 per hour
Key Responsibilities of Supplier Quality Engineer
* Lead supplier quality activities throughout NPI and launch phases
* Manage APQP and PPAP deliverables, ensuring approvals are achieved on time
* Support prototype and pre-production vehicle builds, resolving part quality concerns quickly and effectively
* Drive structured Root Cause Analysis activities using 8D methodologies and implement robust corrective actions
* Implement, manage, and validate containment activities during critical build phases
* Assess supplier readiness, including process capability, production capacity, and quality control measures
* Identify, track, and escalate risks impacting quality, delivery, timing, or programme milestones
* Work closely with Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Programme teams
* Provide clear and structured reporting on launch status, open concerns, and mitigation plans
Essential Experience:
* Over 5 Supplier Quality or Launch Quality environments in Automotive manufacturing
* Proven background within Supplier Quality / SQA / SQE roles
* Direct experience supporting NPI and launch programmes
Strong understanding of:
* APQP / PPAP
* FMEA / Control Plans
* 8D / Root Cause Analysis
* Understanding of manufacturing processes such as:
* Machining
* Composites
* Assembly
* Strong stakeholder management and supplier-facing communication skills
* Ability to work within fast-paced programme environments and manage multiple priorities
Key Attributes of Supplier Quality Engineer
* Results-driven mindset with the ability to work under demanding programme timelines
* Hands-on and proactive approach to issue resolution
* Strong communication, escalation, and reporting capability
* Able to balance technical detail with overall programme delivery focus
* Comfortable operating within high-performance, low-volume automotive manufacturing environments
If you are interested please apply online