Supplier Quality Engineer

An incredible opportunity awaits you as Supplier Quality Engineer, reporting to Supply Chain Manager. In this role, you will play a part in our high-achieving Team. Now is the time to get on board with KONGSBERG. We are leading the way in achieving business goals and we're seeking talented individuals to help us drive digital innovation. If you're ready to be part of this exciting journey, your adventure begins here!

As a Supplier Quality Engineer, your primary objective is to ensure that suppliers deliver products that meet contractual and customer requirements. You will play a critical role in supplier quality assurance, development, and process optimization, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve excellence in product quality and manufacturability.

Enhance supplier performance. Delivering quality at every step of the supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Quality Assurance & Verification - ensure that supplied products meet contractual and customer requirements
• Development of Quality Plans and Inspection & Test Plans in accordance with customers, NATO and ISO requirements
• Verify material specification and certification and maintain equipment data books
• Conduct internal and Supplier audits according to KM Audit program
• Root Cause Analysis & Problem Resolution - effectively identify and resolve deviations or non-conformances
• Supplier Quality Development Management - maintain and develop strong relationships with suppliers
• Manufacturability & Process Optimization - ensure that new product designs are manufacturable by coordinating with engineering departments
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication - work closely with operational buyers, engineering teams, and assembly team to align on product quality, manufacturability, and process improvements.
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Experience in Supplier Quality Management
• Experience in Supplier Development & Relationship Management
• Experience in ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 Auditing
• Proficiency in Problem-Solving & Root Cause Analysis
• Knowledge of Preventive Quality Tools & Processes
• Manufacturability & Process Improvement Expertise
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good written and oral English skill
• Self-driven way of working
• Ability to travel
  
  

What We Can Offer

• Working in an international environment/stable company in market leader position
• Participation in various development trainings
• Unique atmosphere in a team sharing expertise
• Attractive salary and benefits
• Interesting experience and opportunity for personal development
• Hybrid working scheme
  
  

Work location

Based at Gateshead, UK

Point of contact

Beverley Satterthwaite – Supply Chain Manager, Gary Rushworth – QHSE Manager

Kongsberg Maritime is a technology pioneer, enabling a more sustainable future for our oceans. Our zero-emission integrated technologies advance the maritime industry and solve our customers' toughest problems. With unmatched competence, domain knowledge, innovation, and market reach, we are the trusted maritime partner. Headquartered in Kongsberg, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales and service facilities in 35 countries

Our Propulsion and Handling division delivers world class products for propulsion, handling systems, motion control and waterjet for all marine industry sectors including merchant, offshore and naval. Our products enhance operational efficiency and deliver safe, secure, reliable and sustainable products to our valued customers.

KONGSBERG is a leading global technology group. Throughout our proud two hundred year history, we have continuously advanced, applying innovative solutions to the needs of our customers, partners and society at large. We believe diversity is our strength. By fostering an inclusive and diverse culture we nurture and ensure space for different perspectives and ideas. We are determined in our work to mature and improve our ability to utilize our diversity and culture of differences to create positive business results.

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