APQP Specialist

Summary: The APQP Specialist role at Broughton involves leading the implementation of Advanced Product Quality Planning methodologies within the aerospace manufacturing sector. The position requires collaboration with various teams to ensure quality standards are met and involves conducting risk assessments and optimizing manufacturing processes. The specialist will also monitor quality metrics and facilitate design reviews to ensure readiness for production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of APQP methodologies and tools in aerospace manufacturing.
• Collaborate with design engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to develop and execute APQP plans.
• Conduct risk assessments, including FMEA, to identify and mitigate potential quality issues.
• Define and optimize manufacturing processes and controls to meet regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate design reviews, process validations, and other APQP-related activities.
• Monitor key quality metrics and provide reports and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Perform problem-solving and root cause analysis to address quality issues.

Key Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering focused on APQP in aerospace.
• Knowledge of APQP methodologies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., AS9100).
• Proficiency in risk assessment techniques, process optimization, Lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma principles.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and influence stakeholders.

Salary (Rate): £38.50

City: Broughton

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other