Save JobEmail job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsGlobal experts in electrification and battery technologyMonday - Friday £50,000About Our ClientUsing innovative engineering and technology to solve complex problems and bring a step-change in weight, speed, and efficiency. Join us to help fulfil our mission to accelerate an efficient, electric, and sustainable future.An opportunity has arisen for a Quality Assurance Engineer to support the business as the subject matter expert contributing to DFEMA`s and PFMEA's. Owning control plans that are generated from them.Job DescriptionWork closely with Manufacturing Engineering to assist in the successful setup of prototype and production assembly processes. Development of quality manufacturing processes to ensure quality is embedded into build processes and best practice is adhered to.Be the subject matter expert contributing to DFEMA`s and PFMEA's. Owning control plans that are generated from them.Act on 'behalf of the customer' and ensure 'no fault forward' strategy is implemented in build processes.Own APQP, assisting programme management and design with new product development and launch.Devise and own specific elements of the quality improvement road map and support the Quality Management System and our compliance to ISO9001:2015.Lead the implementation of specific, focused 'Quality Improvement Programmes' to deliver year-on-year improvements, utilising KPI analysis, Pareto, FMEA and other relevant tools and techniques.Preparation and submission of specific customer Quality Approval documentation.Lead all activities associated with assembly quality concerns, identifying root causes and ensuring robust and rigorous problem resolution utilising such techniques as 8D.Deliver annual objectives set by functional manager.The Successful ApplicantExperience gained in a low volume manufacturing quality environment in Automotive sector with Tier 1 / Tier 2 suppliersMinimum HNC/Degree in Engineering or Business-related discipline (or equivalent).Able to perform basic inspection and measurement tasks (read drawings including GD&T, use measurement equipment and understand material data sheets).Experienced in the use of business improvement tools and techniques (5s, Lean, Kaizen etc.).Experience of utilising APQP tools and techniques.Extensive experience in the use of problem resolution tools (8D, 5 Why, 6 Sigma etc.) and techniques.Experienced in compiling and approving PPAP/FAIR submissions.Extensive knowledge of ISO9001 and TS16949 (IATF16949). Knowledge of AS9100 and ISO14001 beneficial, to comply with company processes.A team player with the ability to work on own initiative, and able to influence others by demonstrating a positive "can do" attitude.Tenacity, resilience and focus, with strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.Ability to work at pace in a multi-project environment.Security clearance and full UK Driving Licence required.IT literate (competent user of Siemens Teamcenter, MS products e.g. Word, Excel and PowerPoint).What's on OfferMonday - Friday£50,000-£55,000Electric car schemePension through Aviva (4% minimum employee contributions and 8% employer contributions, increasing to 10% after 3 years service)Life assurance (4 x basic salary)Group income protectionHealth Cash Plan (this covers many aspects of health and wellbeing including dental, optical, MRI, physio, etc)Private Medical (paid for by the company)Bonus scheme - up to 15% of salary based on company and personal performance (not guaranteed)26 days holiday plus public holidaysContactLewis LawlorQuote job refJN-112023-6251976Phone number+441212309422Job summaryJob functionEngineering & ManufacturingSubsectorQuality, TechnicalSectorIndustrial / ManufacturingLocationOxfordshireContract typePermanentConsultant nameLewis LawlorConsultant phone+441212309422Job referenceJN-112023-6251976
