Supplier Quality Engineer

Supplier Quality Engineer (KYSQE2207) Banbridge, Northern Ireland

Salary: GBP40000 - GBP44000 per annum

Supplier Quality Engineer

Banbridge £40,000 - £44,000 + Excellent Benefits

A leading engineering and manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to join its growing procurement and quality team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on large-scale, high-value projects across the UK and Europe while playing a key role in driving supplier performance, quality standards, and continuous improvement.

You’ll work closely with suppliers to ensure products and materials meet the highest quality standards, helping to maintain production schedules and deliver successful projects.

The Role

As Supplier Quality Engineer, you'll be responsible for managing supplier quality performance from initial approval through to ongoing audits and continuous improvement.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing relationships with key suppliers and monitoring quality performance
• Conducting supplier audits and quality assessments
• Reviewing supplier manufacturing processes and identifying improvement opportunities
• Managing supplier corrective actions and ensuring effective resolution
• Ensuring compliance with ISO quality standards and customer requirements
• Developing supplier quality documentation and approval processes
• Monitoring supplier delivery performance and supporting production continuity
• Carrying out inspections, testing and quality investigations where required
• Producing reports on supplier quality performance and improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Around 5 years’ experience in a Supplier Quality, Quality Engineer or similar role
• Experience conducting supplier audits and managing supplier performance
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 quality management systems
• Knowledge of quality inspection, auditing and testing techniques
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Willingness to travel to supplier sites when required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Degree in Engineering, Quality or a related discipline
• Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and quality improvement tools
• Experience using structured problem-solving methodologies

What's On Offer

• Monday-Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Friday finish at 3:00pm
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health cash plan
• Free annual health checks
• 30 days annual leave, increasing with service
• Ongoing training and genuine career progression
• Modern facilities with free onsite parking
• Free tea, coffee, hot drinks and fresh fruit
• Regular company social events
• Supportive, collaborative working environment

Yes, I am currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. No, I am not currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying.