STA Engineer
Jonathan Lee Recruitment
- Coventry
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Implement and manage advanced product quality planning (APQP) methodologies to anticipate and prevent potential quality issues and support project milestones that result in on-time quality submissions
- Develop a PPAP activity plan in conjunction with stakeholders
- Use quality tools APQP, PPAP,8D, FMEA control plans, process mapping and problem-solving skills
- Collaborate with suppliers to establish and maintain robust quality assurance processes for automotive components
- Act as a liaison between the supplier, Design, Engineering, Programmes, Purchasing, and Quality Departments
- Proven experience in an STA role working on Supplier Quality Assurance within the automotive industry within an OEM or 1st Tier Supplier
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and working ISO9001/IATF16949 and other relevant quality management systems
- Thorough knowledge of industry standards and quality requirements for automotive components
- Ability to carry out audits and monitor and report on Supplier performance
- Excellent understanding of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and other quality management tools