Quality Engineering Supervisor

Role: Quality Engineering Supervisor

Location: Basildon

Salary: £50-55,000

Benefits: Free Onsite Gym, Subsidised Canteen, Workwear Provided

Client Summary: Working for CNH Industrial - a major manufacturer of Agricultural Vehicles and Machinery. Based out of the Basildon Manufacturing Plant.

Responsibilities:
* Lead and develop the Quality Technician and Inspector team (~10 Quality Technicians + 2 Graduates)
* Drive resolution of manufacturing, supplier and customer quality concerns through effective investigation and corrective action.
* Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Logistics and Supplier Quality teams to improve product and process quality.
* Support defect reduction, scrap reduction and continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.
* Monitor quality performance metrics, identify trends and drive improvement plans.
* Ensure compliance with quality standards, engineering specifications and business processes.
* Lead quality containment, rework and recovery activities where required.
* Support internal and external audits and ensure timely closure of actions.
* Manage supplier and sister plant quality performance and improvement activities.
* Provide quality reporting, technical guidance and recommendations to plant leadership.
* Authorise and maintain relevant quality documentation and approvals.
* Promote best practice, problem-solving and a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements:
* Engineering qualification or equivalent experience, with a minimum of three years' experience within a manufacturing environment.
* Experience leading teams and delivering quality improvements in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
* Strong understanding of quality engineering principles, quality systems, manufacturing processes and continuous improvement methodologies.
* Ability to interpret engineering drawings, including GD&T, and apply structured problem-solving techniques.
* Knowledge of quality planning tools and processes, including FMEA, Control Plans and PPAP.
* Strong analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive improvements.
* Proficient in SAP, Microsoft Office 365 and other engineering/manufacturing systems.
* Effective communicator with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
* Flexible approach to travel and working hours to support business and operational requirements.

As part of your interview you will be asked to read technical drawings and use excel for VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables