Supplier Quality Specialist at Avery Dennison

Cramlington, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supplier quality management, KPI development, Manufacturing, Quality improvement, Supplier relations, Data analysis, Project management, Google workspace, Lean six sigma, Communication, Organizational skills, Planning, Technical background

Industry

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Description

Job Description About the role The purpose of this role is to lead and provide support to initiatives in the plant for raw material and supplier quality improvements. Key Responsibilities This is a Cramlington on-site based role with some travel to other locations required. Development and maintenance of supplier KPI's identifying trends and eliminating issues in a proactive manner identifying high and low performing suppliers. Work with suppliers to identify and lead supplier improvement projects. Act as the main point of contact with suppliers in relation to quality issues and complaints, coordinating sample returns and testing on site in Cramlington where required. Management and updating of the central external supplier claims database for Cramlington. Provide regular feedback to the Cramlington management team in relation to outstanding supplier claims and actions. Qualifications Strong technical background. A background in high pressure, high volume manufacturing. Strong team player & effective communicator. Excellent organisational and planning skills, enthusiasm, energy and drive. Computer Literate / Google Workspace (G Suite) usage. Lean Six Sigma knowledge and experience is desirable Additional Information What We Offer Here's a glimpse of the great benefits you can expect: Health & Financial Security: Enjoy Health and Life Insurance, a Cash Health Plan, Pension, and a Bonus. Benefits include a subsidized canteen, access to a discount site, free parking, free electric charging points, and free annual flu vaccinations and visual eye test vouchers. Time Off & Flexibility: Benefit from 25 vacation days, plus statutory bank holidays, Parental leave and family-friendly policies, and flexible working arrangements. Well-being & Continuous Development: Access an Employee Assistance Program, our comprehensive Wellbeing Policy, and Development Discussions for career growth. Join our Active Sports & Social Club and enjoy annual summer and Christmas events. Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in volunteer activities to support Non-Profit Organizations. Why join Avery Dennison We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com. At Avery Dennison, we work with the biggest brands in FMCG, Apparel, Automotive and Pharma industry. Our Cramlington location, founded in 1969, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports our Materials Group - EMENA division and employs approximately 230 talented individuals. Key functions at this site include Manufacturing and Operations, Quality, Enterprise Lean Sigma, Maintenance, Research and Development, HR, Finance, Marketing, Customer Service, EHS and IT, offering diverse career paths and opportunities for growth. Equal Opportunity Employer Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation. [email protected]. Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation. In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) like Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health group. Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach.

Responsibilities

The role involves leading supplier quality improvement initiatives and managing supplier KPIs to identify and eliminate performance issues. You will act as the primary point of contact for quality complaints and coordinate improvement projects with suppliers.