Supplier QA Engineer
Posted By:
Kye Smiles
Salary:
£40,000 - £44,000
Location:
Washington
Job Type:
Permanent
Category:
Engineering
We are currently seeking a dynamic and dedicated Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) Engineer to join our automotive client in Washington. This role plays a crucial part in enhancing supplier-base quality performance and ensuring compliance with our Quality Management System (IATF 16949) guidelines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Improve Supplier Quality Performance through second-party audits defined within the QMS.
- Support suppliers during New Model Development.
- Manage supplier PPAP requirements during development and mass production.
- Support gauge design and manufacturing, part measurement, and supplier part approval processes.
- Collaborate with the Design and Development (D&D) team for design and product validation testing.
- Assist in investigations and troubleshoot product and production issues.
- Contribute to developing corrective actions, solutions, and improvements.
- Conduct performance reviews and establish action plans with the supplier/commodity.
- Manage the supplier scorecard population/distribution within the required timeframe.
- Adhere to IATF 16949 guidelines.
- Work closely within the department to provide support and guidance.
- Manage and track Supplier quality concerns and warranty claims for effective closure.
- Participate in cost reduction efforts.
- Be flexible with potential overtime and open to changes in job roles for departmental flexibility.
- Plan travel to suppliers’ locations for product development and second-party audits.
Qualifications and Skills:
- ONC/NC in a relevant field (Engineering, Quality Management, or related discipline).
- HNC in Engineering (advantageous).
- Demonstrable understanding of quality management principles, methodologies, and tools.
- Knowledge of IATF 16949 requirements.
- Certification as an Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor.
- Experience in conducting Second Party Audits.
- Experience with interactions of both suppliers and customers.
- Willingness to learn and develop quality assurance procedures and processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic problem-solving skills for identifying and addressing quality issues.
- Computer literate within the MS package.
Career Path: As an SQA Engineer, you have the potential to advance to QA Production Engineer and then further to QA Senior Engineer.
If you are a motivated individual looking to make a significant impact in the automotive industry, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of quality assurance!
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