Manufacturing Engineer - Materials & Processes (Special Process Auditor)

Job Responsibilities

• Typical Responsibilities will include: Maintain frequent contact with suppliers to monitor adherence to requirements and assist suppliers to understand the requirements where required. Support supplier approvals, through audits and assessments as applicable Handle supplier non-conformance, including root cause investigation, containment, and corrective action. Participate in supplier work transfers including initial evaluation and ongoing monitoring Support the Supplier First Article review process Job Qualifications Suitable candidates will be able to demonstrate: Relevant qualification (BSc., HND etc.) in Material Science (or an engineering-related subject supported by significant experience of this type of work) Experience gained in an auditing capacity (specifically AS9100), ideally in an external auditor capacity. Relevant knowledge and experience gained within a Metallics-based Quality environment, with a solid understanding of quality tools, standards, and practices Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and build effective working relationships at all levels Proficiency in root cause analysis and corrective action, with hands‐on experience applying structured problem‐solving methods A high level of dedication, motivation, responsibility, and flexibility, including a willingness to roll up your sleeves and get actively involved when required Ability to travel nationally (and occasionally internationally), up to 50% of the time to support business and supplier requirements. We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go? A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work. We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know. We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.