Quality Engineer

Summary

YASA is looking for a Plant Quality Engineer to manage different cadences, KPIs & standard Lean Manufacturing tools to achieve Customer & Production Quality objectives. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a can-do attitude, who wants to join an exciting fast-paced environment working at the cutting edge of technology.

• Supporting the implementation and maintenance of quality systems and procedures to ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IATF16949, and any customer-specific requirements.
• Supporting, identifying, and implementing specific focussed ‘Quality Improvement Programmes’ to deliver year-on-year quality improvements, utilising relevant tools and techniques with a zero-defect mindset.
• Helping to drive for PPAP completion and sign-off.
• Developing control plans for all levels of projects.
• Regularly audit production processes and work instruction, highlighting non-conformances and drive rectification activities.
• Supporting APQP activities.
• Supporting all New Project Introduction and continuous improvement activities striving towards zero defect and a flawless launch, including (but not limited to) DFMA, dimensional strategy and drawing reviews, feasibility studies, DFMEA/PFMEA reviews, process flow generation, DVP planning, build phase support, lessons learnt, etc.
• Leading investigation of quality issues to identify root cause and complete appropriate corrective action paperwork, ensuring issues are addressed and resolved.
• Involvement in change management and design for assembly/manufacture.
• Taking part in customer/supplier visits and audits as required.
• Analysis and reporting of customer returns/rejections in line with internal KPIs and customer expectation.
• Delivering annual objectives set by the Quality Manager.
• Additional duties that may be required as determined by the company.

To succeed in this role, we believe you'll need:

• A HNC/Degree in an Engineering discipline (or equivalent)
• Experience gained in a manufacturing quality or supply chain quality environment, preferably in high-volume manufacturing.
• Previous line management experience.
• Experience with Quality Improvement Programmes, Pareto, PFMEA, 5s, 6 Sigma or similar continuous improvement tools.
• Experience in the use of APQP tools and techniques (including FMEA and Control Plans).
• Experience in the use of statistical analysis, process capability and problem resolution tools (8D, 5 Why, 6 Sigma etc.) and techniques.
• Experience with internal and external audits.
• Knowledge of IATF and VDA Process Audit.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Full UK driver’s license.

Our mission is to lead the design and delivery of the best electric motor technology available. We believe that diversity of thought, and experience is a key driver of innovation. Research shows that while men apply to jobs if they meet ~60% of criteria, women and those in traditionally underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they check all boxes. So if you think you have what it takes but don’t meet every single point, please still get in touch. We’d love to have an initial chat and see if you could add value.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus
• 28 days’ holiday
• Pension scheme
• Private medical plan with Bupa
• 4 x death in service
• Company car scheme

About YASA

YASA, a Mercedes Benz group company, is leading the way in EV Motor Revolution with our patented and unique Axial Flux Technology. Our motor is more powerful, lighter, and smaller than our competitors. Our spirit of innovation drives us to continually explore and test new technologies, a mindset that exists from early-stage R&D projects through to manufacturing optimisation. We stay true to the freedom and flexibility that drove our success as a start-up, alongside having the stability, security, and roadmap of an established organisation.