Quality Engineer Opportunity

Location: Sunderland

Contract Type: Permanent

Purpose of the Quality Engineer

Primarily located at the Sunderland site, this role will involve supporting all New Model Quality Assurance activities across the site. You will be responsible for the development of parts & processes, creation of QA documentation and maintenance of associated QA systems to satisfy all ANPQP and NPL requirements.

This role will cover all aspects of assembly and interior trim. The person that is recruited for this role will make a significant contribution towards the improved performance of these products. This will involve working closely with NMUK, major suppliers & project team members within the organisation.

Main Responsibilities of the Quality Engineer

* Manage QA responsibilities of New Model Launches.

* Provide a key customer liaison to communicate part development countermeasures (PDR) in agreed timescales.

* Support part development, through all aspects of the joint check process.

* Represent the QA department within new model project teams, working closely with other functions, external toolmakers, Tier 2 suppliers and Customers.

* Ensure ANPQP/IATF16949 documentation and standards are maintained throughout the new model process.

* Co-ordinate metrology responsibilities for the entire site, to ensure all inspection standard and QVCC requirements are completed in line with ANPQP/EPMS expectations.

* Clear interpretation of requirements relating to technical drawing and standards.

* Support of continuous improvement activities such as kaizen and PHA.

* Coordinate the submission of supplied part ANPQP and part approval.

* Support the new launch related activities, such as SOP ramp up activities, Gate review Management, Shipment Judgement Meetings, etc

Requirements of the Quality Engineer

EDUCATION (SCHOOL/SPECIALISATION): Ideally Qualified to minimum of HNC level in an appropriate discipline or equivalent level of experience

LANGUAGES: English fluent, additional language is preferred

Experience of the Quality Engineer

* Ideally hold experience within a similar role, gained in a fast moving, automotive manufacturing environment.

* Self-motivated, proactive thinker and possess excellent communication, teamwork and organisational skills

* Excellent understanding of all aspects of ANPQP management and the Marelli systems and processes that support this.

* 5 years high volume manufacturing experience, preferably including IBU parts and associated assembly.

* Work effectively as part of a team

* Good IT Skills (Microsoft Applications)