Supplier Quality Engineer - Body

Gordon Murray Automotive; Surrey Heath; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000

Job description

Department: Quality

Location: Windlesham

Description

Gordon Murray Automotive is a UK-based global luxury brand dedicated to creating and manufacturing the world's greatest driving cars. These ultra-exclusive cars are engineered and designed without compromise to provide unrivalled driving experiences and driver-centric connection.

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) role is responsible for the project quality activity throughout the process from concept through to production.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activity to achieve PPAP approval of supplied components for Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA) products.
• Support DFMEA & PFMEA activity and identification of critical and significant characteristics and ensure that these are identified correctly in the design & production process.
• Responsible for the quality sign-off of supplier capability during the GMA supplier nomination process.
• Support the activity to define & update the GMA measurement & inspection strategy.
• Responsible for completing first article inspections.
• Engage and manage our suppliers to consistently deliver products that meet our defined requirements.
• Responsible for the preparation and maintenance of GMA Manufacturing Control Plans.
• Responsible for the creation, analysis and application of GMA inspection procedures.
• Responsible for the calculation of statistical capability on identified critical and significant characteristics.
• Responsible for the completion of measurement systems analysis on new and existing equipment.
• Support the development and maintenance of documented work instructions to conform to the control plan.
• Support the activity relating to Type Approval & Conformity of Production.
• Support new product launches to ensure that product quality meets the required standards.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions of quality issues and perform verification of corrective actions.
• Facilitate the escalation of unresolved quality issues.
• Conduct lessons learned sessions at the start of each project phase.
• Promote techniques for continuous improvement such as Lean, Six-Sigma, Poka-Yoke (Error Proofing) and Measurement System Analysis.
• Report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) at project meetings and to clients.
• In conjunction with the Engineering and Procurement functions, assist in resolving issues and general queries regarding supplier quality issues.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Strong knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA)
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge.
• Working knowledge of ISO9001:2015 and IATF 16949:2016.
• Understanding of ISO14001.
• Metrology, Inspection Methods and Equipment including measurement arm experience.
• Understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Planning and prioritizing of activities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to present data effectively.
• Understanding of Health and Safety practices.
• Organised, persuasive, resourceful, flexible, ambitious, self-directing, passion for delivering objectives, comfortable challenging existing processes.
• Clear and effective communication skills with internal and external clients.
• Must be a team player.

Benefits

As well as the opportunity to work with a fantastic team, the position comes with:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Private Medical Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Holiday Loyalty Bonus Scheme
• Enhanced Personal Pension Plan
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme
• Parking Onsite

Gordon Murray Group is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, race, marital status, genetic information or parental status. We strive to promote a workplace that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals to express their opinions and beliefs.

Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you require any reasonable adjustments to assist with your application.

All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.