Supplier Quality Engineer – Composite Structures & Panels

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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.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Supplier Quality Engineer – Composite Structures & Panels to join our Quality Team based in Surrey.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the project quality activity throughout the process from concept through to production

  • 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

  • Define & update the GMA measurement & inspection strategy

  • Engage and manage our suppliers to consistently deliver products that meet our defined requirements

  • Responsible for the creation, analysis and application of GMA inspection procedures of supplied parts

  • 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

    Experience and Qualifications:

  • Experience of composite manufacturing processes, quality standards and inspection methods
  • 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