Project SQE (Supplier Quality Engineer)

Who we are

Every life is unique and so are you!

At Dräger we  protect, support and rescue lives day in and day out. We are interested in you if you have the desire to work for an organisation that does something more, something that is truly worth working for.

As an international leader in medical and safety technology, we develop pioneering devices, software, services and solutions that people around the world trust. Wherever Dräger products are used, it's about the most important thing: it's about life.

About the role

• Be a key member of new product development project teams, coordinating with the design engineers and Suppliers on new parts and assemblies to ensure adherence to project timescales and targets.
•  Ensure Suppliers are using the latest Quality tools and techniques to confirm parts are delivered to Draeger are right first time, all the time.
• Certify that the chosen Suppliers have the competence to produce the parts to the agreed specifications and drawings for the lifetime of Draeger products.
• Confirm Suppliers carry out the acceptance processes (APQP, PPAP, FAI) to the agreed standards.
• Perform Quality Audits on new and existing Suppliers.
• Liaise with the Purchasing and SQA team to ensure smooth handover of parts and material to serial production

The tasks and responsibilities above are typical of the duties the postholder will be expected to perform. It is not necessarily exhaustive and other duties of a similar nature and level may be required from time to time.

Shared responsibilities

All employees have a responsibility:

• to comply with the Integrated Management System (IMS) and minimise any impact on the environment whilst carrying out their duties.
• to ensure and promote safe working conditions for all employees, visitors and contractors by implementing, monitoring and complying with occupational health & safety provisions
• to embed our WeLEAD competencies – I build trust, I create value for the customer, I enable others, I provide direction, I embrace diversity, I deliver results

Reporting Relationships

Manager

• SQA Manager

Size of team/environment

• Working within a close team of 7 quality personnel, with a focus on quality deliverables and supplier development during the New Product Development Phases.  

 Role Requirements

Education/Qualifications

• HND or Equivalent as a minimum in an Engineering discipline (Degree desirable)

Related Experience 

• Experience in a Quality role, preferably in supplier development
• Regular use of APQP and PPAP would be desirable
• A thorough understanding of Engineering drawings & specifications
• Experienced in performing Supplier Process Audits
• Experience in New Product Introduction Process

Skills, Special Competencies

• IT Literate – Microsoft packages, SAP experience preferred but not essential
• Prepared to travel as required (UK & Abroad)
• Full, clean UK driving license.
• Must be self- motivated with the ability to work without supervision.
• Good team player with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

 Dräger‘s Benefits

•  27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 3 additional days
• Flexi scheme
• Hybrid working available.
• Discounted critical illness cover, dental cover and partner life assurance
• Healthcare cash plan
•  Subsidised canteen
• Discounted shopping & leisure vouchers
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Cycle to Work
• Gym membership discounts – up to 25%
• Charity Giving scheme

 Dräger‘s dedication

At Dräger we have a clear vision,  to be an organisation  with a working environment that includes a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, stay and grow.

We ensure candidates  with the required qualifications and experience will be considered  for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

All are welcome to apply!.

From hospitals to fire departments to industrial customers, people around the world rely on our products: cutting-edge technology that combines real engineering with the digital future. With over 130 years of experience, passion and the bold ideas of more than 16,000 employees, we are committed to turning technology into ›technology for life‹.