DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Senior Quality Engineer to join our team within our Operations Quality Business Team here in Darlington, United Kingdom.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Lead PPAP Work: Oversee inter-plant PPAP to ensure defect-free processes and high quality.
• Develop Teams: Mentor Plant Quality Engineers and Technicians to enhance their skills
• Communicate Issues: Update Plant Leadership on quality issues and resolutions.
• Liaison Role: Facilitate communication between the plant and SQE for smooth PPAP progression.
• Supplier Containment: Manage and coordinate actions for supplier-related quality issues.
• Measurement Strategy: Develop and lead measurement teams and strategies for quality assessment.
• Manage Returns: Handle component returns and Corrective Action Requests with suppliers.
• Achieve Results: Drive initiatives that meet customer needs and support business goals.

• Expertise in PPAP and PFMEA: Deep understanding of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), and Control Plans.
• Strong Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with plant leadership, suppliers, and team members to address issues and drive improvements.
• Experience with Corrective Actions: Proven track record in managing Corrective Actions and Supplier Corrective Actions, including root cause analysis and resolution.
• Leadership and Team Development: Experience in leading and developing teams, along with skills in containment and supplier management.

• College, university, or equivalent degree in Engineering or a related technical or scientific subject or experience equivalent is required.
• Significant experience in Manufacturing, Engineering or Program Management role in the automotive industry or a similarly regulated industry