Supplier Parts Quality Engineer
Job in
Wolverhampton, West Midlands, WV98, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-23
Listing for:
Mane Contract Services
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-23
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
Monday to Friday- 07.00am-15.00pm with possible shift rotation
To provide structured Supplier Technical Assistance, ensuring purchased components meet required standards for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. The role bridges production, engineering, and supply base, driving permanent corrective actions and improving supplier capability.
You will operate both reactively (issue resolution) and proactively (risk mitigation, process audits).
Key Responsibilities:
Supplier Issue Management
Lead containment and root cause investigations at supplier sites
Drive 8D closure with robust verification and prevention controls
Validate corrective actions through on-site audits and data analysis
Escalate non-performing suppliers using structured governance
Production Protection
Manage supplier-related disruptions within EPMC
Implement short-term containment strategies to protect build
Coordinate sorting, rework, and deviation management when required
Process & System Improvement
Identify systemic risks and drive capability improvement plans
Support cost avoidance initiatives linked to quality failures
Essential Skills & Technical Experience
Required:
Degree-qualified in Engineering (Mechanical, Automotive, Manufacturing or equivalent experience).
Proven experience in Supplier Quality or Manufacturing Engineering within automotive or complex manufacturing.
Strong working knowledge of 8D methodology, Root Cause Analysis (5 Why, Ishikawa),PFMEA / DFMEA, Control Plans, SPC & Capability Studies (Cp/Cpk)
Experience managing supplier escalations and containment activity
Ability to interpret technical drawings and GD&T
RTW in the UK without restrictions (PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSOR SHIPS)
Desirable
Skills:
Six Sigma Green Belt (or above)
VDA 6.3 Auditor qualification
Experience with in BIW, powertrain, chassis, trim or electronics supply chain
Experience working in an EPMC environment
Proficient in Minitab statistics
Additional Information / Benefits
Outside IR35
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