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Quality Engineer ( Supplier Assurance )
Job Posted: 2 hours ago
Salary: £ 24 - 33 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Woking, Surrey
Expire in: a month
Job Description
We are seeking a contract Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer to support a premium UK automotive OEM at their Surrey-based manufacturing facility. This high-impact role focuses on resolving supplier quality issues, supporting new product introduction, and driving continuous improvement across a high-performance supply base.
Key Responsibilities
Proactively manage quality concerns with high-risk suppliers to maintain production flow.
Monitor supplier metrics (PPM, NCRs) and initiate CSL1 / CSL2 as needed.
Create and implement formal containment and inspection plans.
Conduct structured problem-solving using 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone analysis.
Lead root cause investigations and drive permanent corrective actions.
Oversee third-party inspection/sorting activity and manage chargebacks.
Escalate persistently underperforming suppliers and support risk mitigation.
Report on quality trends, inspection results, and CSL status regularly.Core Competencies
Quality Tools: 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, SPC (X-bar), MSA (Gauge R&R), Cp/Cpk
Frameworks: ISO 9001, IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans
Data & Metrics: Histograms, Trend Charts, PPM, Defect Rates
Engineering: GD&T, Dimensional Validation, Metrology Tools
Systems: ERP, QMS, MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)Qualifications
Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Quality, or Manufacturing
Strong experience in supplier-facing quality roles (automotive/aerospace)
ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 certification preferred
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (advantageous)
Practical knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, and 8DKey Deliverables
CSL inspection plans, entry/exit criteria, and effectiveness verification
Daily/weekly quality reports, trend analysis, and action tracking
Chargeback forms and cost accountability dataContract Type: Inside IR35 | £24ph (PAYE) / £33ph (Umbrella)
To find out more, please contact Adam on (phone number removed)
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