Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
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United KingdomLocation:
GBR02: Glenrothes Scotland Queensway Industrial Estate Glenrothes KY7 5PYPosition Role Type:
UnspecifiedJob Title: Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
Function: QUAL
Location: Glenrothes (Hybrid with a minimum of 2 days a week on site)
Clearance Required: Able to obtain and maintain Security Clearance
Hours: Full time 37 hours
Raytheon UK
At Raytheon UK we take immense pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. As an employer we are dedicated to fuelling innovation nurturing talent and fostering a culture of excellence.
Joining our team means being part of an organisation that shapes the future of national security whilst investing in your growth and personal development. We provide a collaborative environment abundant opportunities for professional development and a profound sense of purpose in what we do. Together we are not just advancing technology; were building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected world.
About the role:
Within the Advanced Products Business Area one of the largest operating areas within the Raytheon UK business the dynamic Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) team are an integral part of the Quality and Business Improvement team. The Team is involved in several exciting and high-profile programmes and accountable for partnering and ensuring the supply chain can deliver zero defects parts / products overcome challenges within the supply chain and bring material & services into Raytheon safeguarding continuity of supply to the highest quality and deliver on time.
Reporting to the SQA Manager for the AP business area the Supplier Quality Engineer shall be responsible for delivering Supplier Quality Assurance in line with the Quality Management System and Quality Policy across the AP business unit. SQA Engineer shall also be integrated and aligned with the respective Commodity Team.
Working as part of a SQA Team conducting day to day activities whilst engaging with key stakeholders across Production and the Commodity teams.
Responsible for ensuring that Supplier Quality continues to develop and implement best practice that emphasise defect prevention reduction in variation and waste and provide for continuous improvements and continue to meet quality standards required to minimise quality costs and maximise customer satisfaction whilst ensuring that procedures and processes are adhered. Supports the SCM Commodity teams with driving business growth efficiency profitability and inter-company relationships.
Skills and Experience
Essential:
You will have experience of problem solving and resolution excellent IT skills (including presentation skills have a good business/commercial acumen and a good understanding of Lean and six sigma principles.
- Able to perform effectively in an Integrated Project Team (IPT)
- Familiar with AS9100 (QMS) and AS9102 (FAI) processes
- Hands on experience of AS9145 - APQP and PPAP.
- Knowledge of RCCA (Root Cause Corrective Action) methods
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance.
- Negotiate and engage with key stakeholders to facilitate delivery and compliance with the Supplier Quality strategy.
- Assist in the supplier approval process by assessingmanufacturing / technologycapabilities and Health Safety and Environmental risks.
- Participate in cross-functional teams in the development of new products or changes related to current products in meeting customer requirements.
Desirable:
Ideally you will have experience within Aerospace / Defence industry knowledge of SAP and Power BI tools as well as experience working with suppliers & subcontractors (UK European & international)
- BA / MBA / / / MSc / CQI / IRCA Certified and/or equivalent
- Experience in working within Integrated Commodity environments.
- Machining and metal finishing experience
Responsibilities
- Ensure the Quality Management System processes and process control documentation are compliant with requirements objectives and/or contracts.
- Lead Quality Working Groups to diagnose and mitigate product non-conformities identified internally and externally.
- Submission and maintenance of budgets for the QA activities in the Advanced Products Business area.
Providing advice to the Business Area Lead and all Programme Leads on the quality aspects of the work being undertaken - Perform quality escape management procedures root cause analysis and recommend corrective / preventive actions via a Management Review Board (MRB) for design problems for internally produced products & processes.
Create and modify Quality Plans for application to subassemblies and major assemblies. - Product and process audits across the Advanced Products business area
- Analyse Quality data and manufacturing processes to drive continuous improvement and preventative action initiatives to reduce quality costs through the implementation of mistake proofing.
- Demonstrate product knowledge within area of focus including product intent and installation methods within customer platforms.
- Interface with shop floor assemblers and support staff with multiple levels of leadership as well as with the customer.
- Utilise statistical data to monitor process stability and develop sampling plans.
- Prepare and present reports by collecting analysing and summarising data then presenting recommendations.
- Support internal customer and third-party audits. Conduct internal product audits.
- Identifies and manages risk in product development primarily utilizing Process Flow Control Plans and FAI etc.
- Lead APQP/PPAP supplier flow down activities in collaboration with Engineering and Supply Chain
- Manage the root cause analysis and corrective actions (RCCA) process of supplier quality issues in line with AS13000 ensuring a collaborative approach with Suppliers during RCCA investigations and ensuring responses are closed in a timely manner
- Evaluates the challenges faced by the organisation and the supply chains and takes action to mitigate risks and to develop opportunities
- Executes to customer requirements including government regulations public law and Raytheon policies and procedures.
- Establishes and manages supplier relationships to include supplier continuous improvement/development goals.
- Supporting the Commodity teams with development of Commodity Strategies Agreements / KPIs
- Participates in supplier assessments and supplier development activity teams including the administration of appropriate due diligence activity.
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