Manufacturing Validation Engineer About the Role: We are looking for a proactive and experienced Manufacturing Validation Engineer to join our Procurement & Supply Chain team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring our suppliers meet the highest standards for quality, cost, and delivery. You will be responsible for supporting suppliers, managing a portfolio across multiple projects, and contributing to key validation activities in preparation for series production. Key Responsibilities: Supplier Capability Assessment & Validation: Assess and validate suppliers' ability to meet company requirements and drive continuous improvement. Manufacturing System Support: Collaborate with suppliers to help develop robust manufacturing systems and control plans that ensure on-time, on-quality, and on-cost production. Industrial Validation Activities: Undertake key activities such as Process FMEAs, Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) assessments, and Production Readiness Reviews for new product introductions (NPI). Supplier Portfolio Management: Handle a portfolio of suppliers on a day-to-day basis, ensuring smooth project delivery. Risk Identification & Mitigation: Proactively identify manufacturing and supply chain risks, and develop action plans to address and mitigate these risks. Manufacturing Capability Transfer: Support the transfer of manufacturing capability from in-house production to suppliers. Reporting & Communication: Track and report validation progress to senior engineers, management, and other stakeholders. What We’re Looking for: Manufacturing Engineering Experience: Strong background in manufacturing processes, techniques, and industrial validation. Experience in Aerospace or Defence: Previous experience in manufacturing and NPI within the Aerospace or Defence sectors is highly desirable. Expertise in Industrial Validation Tools: Proficient in tools such as Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Process FMEAs, Measurement System Analysis, Process Mapping, MRL assessments, and Production Readiness Reviews. Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement: Practical knowledge of problem-solving and improvement toolsets. Analytical & Reporting Skills: Strong analytical abilities with the capacity to run reports in Excel, use SAP QM, and document management tools. Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills for working closely with Design, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality teams. Team-Oriented & Willingness to Travel: Ability to work effectively as part of a team and travel as required. Company Benefits: Bonus Scheme: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance, annual variation) Pension Scheme: Employer and employee contributions up to 14% Overtime: Opportunities for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days of leave Flexible Working: We are open to flexible working arrangements Salary: Circa £38,000 (Dependent on Experience) Location: Bolton or Hertfordshire (Relocation support may be available) Working Hours: Hybrid working (2 days per week on-site due to workload classification) If you feel this role is suitable please contact me on 01923 470 763 or alternatively send a copy of your cv to my email address: i.gallifordmane.co.uk