Introduction
The GKN Fokker Elmo Engineering department is looking for an ambitious Supplier Quality Engineer who wants to apply their background, experience, interests and ambitions to the development of future Electrical (Wiring) Interconnection Systems for sustainable aircrafts. Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems (EWIS) is becoming more and more prevalent as part of electrical and sustainable aviation. As a result, new challenges arise within EWIS development and manufacturing.
We are looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer for our Procurement/Supplier Quality department in Papendrecht. In this role you will regularly monitor the quality performance of supplier and initiate actions depending on the cause of any problem (such as assessments, problem solving activities, etc.) to secure continuous compliance. Manage the supplier quality performance issues, serve as the liaison for suppliers, challenge, facilitate supplier on structural quality, and process improvements.
Function
- Have frequent contact with supplier to monitor actions within Quality.
- Analyse and report suppliers’ quality performance and identify improvement areas.
- Communicate and review supplier non-conformance & escapes; including timely execution of root cause investigation, containment and corrective/preventive actions; participate in 8D investigations.
- Lead and participate internal meetings in case of supplier’s process non-conformance.
- Manage implementation of risk mitigation activities and process control systems at supplier, to prevent non-conformance. Support in supplier feedback.
- Define and propose improvements to the business management system in order to improve the Supplier Quality organization within GKN Aerospace – Fokker Elmo, share best practices between your global SQE colleagues.
What’s in it for you
An innovative and international workplace in a company with a rich history in the field of aircraft construction. The company has a passion for technology and their staff is rightly proud of what they develop and build. At GKN Fokker Elmo, you will get every opportunity to build your career and work on your personal development!
To make your start as successful as possible, we will provide you with an extensive training program. The content and duration of this depends on the role and experience you bring. After this familiarisation period, during which you will get to know the processes within GKN Fokker Elmo extensively, you will start work in collaboration with colleagues!
Besides that, of course a benefits package with a salary between €4800,- and €6000,-.
Who are you?
- More than 4 years’ experience in engineering/production, preferably in working with suppliers in a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledgeable in wiring – electrical products, processes, technologies and quality requirements. (Aerospace experience is a pro i.e. AS9100.).
- Skilled in quality systems, tools and methods (root cause analysis, 8D, etc.), ability to teach & facilitate continuous improvement team events.
- Well organized and structured with strong skills to work both independently and in a team, can handle pressure and go the extra mile to obtain effective results.
- Target-oriented and outgoing with good communication and presentation skills (fluent in English, spoken as well as written), tactful and diplomatic in your approach. Some command of the Dutch language is a plus.
- Experience and skilled with Microsoft Office apps; analysing using MS Excel and/or Access.
- Preference to candidates resident in the Netherlands.
About the organization
A leading player in the design, manufacturing and support for the Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems (EWIS) for Aerospace and Defense programs. Their innovative tools and processes support customers and represent a Unique Selling Point.
GKN Aerospace is the world’s leading tier one aerospace supplier of systems and components. With over 15,000 employees across 38 manufacturing sites and 4 Global Technology Centres, they serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers with sales of £2.5bn. GKN Fokker Elmo employs >2200 employees worldwide.
