Artifex Interior Systems is pleased to confirm the below opportunity within our business:
Programme Quality Engineer – Temporary
We have 1x 6-month FTC and 1x 12-month FTC available.
Main purpose of the job:
• To ensure robust quality planning and execution across new programmes, supporting APQP deliverables and driving quality excellence from concept through to production. The role focuses on proactive quality assurance, auditing, and accountability across programme phases, ensuring that all deliverables meet customer and internal standards.
Main missions and results
• Supporting APQP milestones and ensuring alignment with customer expectations.
• Drive quality requirements through ISIR, capability studies, AAR, etc in support of NPI, APQP & PPAP.
• Define & optimise measurement techniques to deliver a stable & capable production process utilising SPC and support DOE activities when required.
• Support design reviews and prototype builds.
• Develop and maintain Control Plans and support D/PFMEA reviews as appropriate
• Prepare, review, and audit PPAP submission packs
• Champion the use of APIS IQ software for FMEA management and documentation.
• Provide training and guidance to cross-functional teams on programme quality expectations and standards
• Lead root cause analysis (e.g., 8D) and containment activities for programme-related quality concerns.
• Support production team training in relation to the customer expectations and quality requirements.
• Full PPAP pack generation
• Successful PSW with customer
• Robust manufacturing processes launched with relevant quality measures in place to ensure world class performance and delivery
Preferred skills and experience
• Proven experience in Quality Engineering in Automotive 1st Tier.
• Degree, HND, HNC, IQA or equivalent.
• Previous plastics and/or complex assembly experience preferred.
• Strong expertise in Control Plan & PFMEA development and auditing.
• Experience using APIS IQ software for PFMEA and Control plans.
• Preferred skills and experience (continued):
• Proven track record in preparing and reviewing PPAP documentation and control plans.
• Comfortable conducting audits and holding cross-functional teams to account.
• Solid understanding of APQP, IATF16949, and ISO9001 standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and influencing abilities.
• Automotive Tier 1 experience preferred.
• Exposure to OEMs such as Jaguar Land Rover is a plus
Note: this is not an exhaustive list. All employees are expected to show flexibility and continued self-development to meet the ever-changing needs of the business. All job descriptions / vacancy notices will be subject to continual development.
Artifex is an equal opportunities employer and committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination. We are committed to creating an environment in which individual differences and the contributions of all our staff are recognised.
Interested?
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV with your contact details.
If this job isn't quite what you are looking for but you are looking for a new position within Automotive, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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