Supplier Development Engineer

Shrewsbury OR Stafford - Global OEM

Working hours: 8am-4:45pm Mon-Thurs, 8am-12:30pm Fri

12 Month Contract initially – possibility of being extended

Travel to suppliers (based around Europe) is required around x3 per month.

Passport and UK Driving license needed

Competitive Hourly Rate - PAYE OR Umbrella

Do you have experience working as a Supplier Quality Engineer or Supplier Development Engineer? Do you have an understanding of general machining? Do you have a firm grasp of APQP, PPAP, Lean 6 Sigma, and 8D methods? - If so, take a look at this great opportunity...

Joining an established, supportive, supplier development team what you will be doing?

• This is a cradle to grave role where you will be responsible for the supplier’s processes from design concept to the end of product life
• Provide a link between the supplier and our various clients facilities.
• New Product Introduction – review supplier proposals for processing new items.
• Conducting supplier process audits, ensure APQP, PPAP and 8D reports are being performed
• Ensure resolution and implementation of robust solutions for quality problems associated with purchased materials and engineering issues.
• Deploys Lean Processes to ensure Built in Quality in the Supplier Network.

What experience, skills and qualifications you need:

• Communication is key to this role, so to be successful you must enjoy working with stakeholders at different levels within an organisation
• Understanding of general machining, preferably within a foundry would be a huge advantage
• Reading and understanding engineering drawing and specs is essential
• Proven experience in PPAP/ APQP methods, Supplier Management and Evaluations

To apply, please submit a copy of your up-to-date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted.

The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates.