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Supplier Quality Development Engineer

Diamond Search Recruitment Ltd
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Bridgwater, Somerset TA70BE, England

Salary

£40,000 - £48,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Diamond Search Recruitment is seeking a Supplier Quality Development Engineer for a leading optical design and manufacturing company, offering a competitive salary and benefits.
  • The position is hybrid/remote, with candidates ideally located near UK manufacturing sites in Ashford, Ilminster, Plymouth, or Torquay.
  • Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience, with attributes including lead auditor qualifications in AS9100 and strong analytical and leadership skills.
  • Responsibilities include managing supplier quality processes, onboarding new suppliers, conducting audits, and driving process improvements.
  • In addition to a competitive salary, the role offers 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a company pension, a bonus scheme, and a health cash plan.
  • Hybrid / Remote
  • Competitive Salary + Benefits
  • 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Diamond Search Recruited are working exclusively with a world leader in optical designing, testing and manufacturing. As experts in the technology of light, our client works with customers to provide optical systems, assemblies, and components for demanding applications. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Supplier Quality Development Engineer. Ideal candidates will be based within a commutable distance of one of the UK Manufacturing sites: Ashford (Kent), Ilminster (Somerset), Plymouth or Torquay (Devon).The Supplier Quality Development Engineer will manage supplier quality processes for the UK and European supply chain. Responsibilities include onboarding new suppliers, troubleshooting quality issues, performing audits, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and implementing supplier performance and risk management programs.Responsibilities include;

  • Develop and qualify supplier processes for new components in collaboration with sourcing, quality, and manufacturing teams
  • Address supplier quality and delivery issues, coordinate problem-solving, and support supply continuity
  • Conduct supplier assessments, quality reviews, and audits, and oversee the PPAP process
  • Implement risk and performance reviews, manage compliance, and support cost-reduction initiatives
  • Drive process improvements with suppliers and provide input during the design phase
  • Facilitate quality systems and processes to enhance supplier performance, focusing on root cause analysis and effective supply chain management

Ideal candidates will have the following attributes;

  • Lead auditor in a nationally recognised standard i.e., AS9100
  • Leadership skills
  • Ability to work in isolation
  • 8D problem solving skills
  • Understanding of engineering drawings and manufacturing processes
  • Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment
  • Ability to present data effectively
  • Strong team working skills
  • Analytical skills

As well as a competitive salary and training, company benefits include;

  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Company pension pays 6% +
  • Company bonus scheme
  • Health Cash Plan

Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy.

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