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We are working with a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation within the defence sector, who are looking to appoint a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to support their growing project portfolio. This is a highly collaborative role, working across multiple projects and engaging closely with suppliers to ensure quality, compliance and delivery performance are achieved. You will play a key role within integrated project teams (IPTs), helping to drive supplier performance and ensure products and processes meet both customer and regulatory requirements.
Job Responsibility
Work closely with suppliers to ensure compliance with manufacturing, quality and regulatory requirements
Conduct supplier visits and audits to assess performance, capability and risk
Monitor and verify supplier adherence to processes, product requirements and quality standards
Support approval of supplier methods, processes, equipment and product release activities
Drive supplier quality performance across APQP / PPAP, PFMEA & Control Plans, Process & Measurement Capability (MSA)
Lead supplier non-conformance processes including containment, root cause analysis, corrective and preventative actions
Develop and track supplier KPIs, driving improvements where required
Collaborate with internal teams across engineering, manufacturing and quality
Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain
Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers
Requirements
Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Strong background in supplier quality, quality engineering or quality assurance
Knowledge of ISO 9001
Knowledge of APQP / PPAP
Experience with root cause analysis tools (8D, 5 Why, A3 etc.)
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
Understanding of manufacturing processes, such as: Machining, Assembly, NDT / heat treatment / welding
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders
Nice to have
Auditor certification (ISO 9001 or equivalent)
Experience working with complex components or high-tolerance manufacturing
Familiarity with defence, aerospace or similarly regulated industries