Manufacturing Quality Lead - Contract

Role - Manufacturing Quality Lead (Contract)

Location - Midlands

The Manufacturing Quality engineer is responsible for improving the quality of internal and external suppliers.

This role involves defining KPIs, planning supplier audits and inspections, handling third parties for activities on site and in factories, recording and managing findings and non-conformities, and monitoring supplier performance against quality standards.

• Define Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure supplier quality performance. 

Audit and Inspection Planning:

Plan and schedule supplier audits, inspections, and surveillance activities. 

Third-Party Management:

• Handle third parties for activities on site and in factories, including:
Selection of third-party service providers with technical expertise needed.
Definition of Request for Quotation (RfQ) packages.
Creation of Purchase Requisitions.
Budget Management and Cost Control.
Reporting on third-party performance and compliance. 

Corrective and Preventive Actions:
• Lead RCA (PSR/ 8D)• Implement corrective actions to address non-conformities and improve supplier quality.

Collaboration:
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and engineering departments on quality and procurement plans.
Gate Reviews:
• Actively participate in applicable procurement Gate reviews. 

Essential experience

Candidate should have a strong Quality background working with special manufacturing processes 

Quality Management Experience:

Proven experience in Supplier Quality Management, including planning and performing audits. Certified Auditor is preferred.
Experience in managing non-conformities and implementing corrective actions.
In-depth understanding of quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001) and equipment procurement requirements.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients