Job Description Summary

As a Supplier Quality Inspector, you'll embark on a journey that involves extensive travel, both internationally and within the UK, fostering close collaboration with our suppliers. Your role is paramount in upholding meticulous inspection across all supplier activities, ensuring strict adherence to Quality Management System requirements, Purchase Order agreements, and Project Technical Documentation. This commitment to vigilance guarantees the seamless delivery of Transformer Products to GE Transformer factory, right the first time and in full.

Job Description

Role and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate Gate Stage & Pre-Shipment inspection schedules and travel logistics in tandem with suppliers and Supplier Quality Engineers.

• Conduct Gate Stage and Pre-Shipment Inspections at supplier facilities, adhering to prescribed procedures and Supplier Control Plans to verify product compliance with Purchase Order agreements and engineering specifications.

• Facilitate the supplier qualification process by conducting First Sample Product Approvals.

• Generate Non-conformity reports, accurately documenting identified defects in supplied products and implementing effective quarantine measures for non-conforming items at supplier sites.

• Validate corrective actions to rectify identified defects and proactively engage in resolving quality issues with suppliers, aiding in Root Cause Analysis endeavours.

• Help in Supplier Quality audits aligned with ISO 9001:2015 requirements.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Extensive background in product inspection, preferably with a focus on Transformer-related products.

• Willingness to undertake extensive travel both domestically and internationally.

• Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings and well-versed in various manufacturing processes related to transformer commodities, including fabrications, electrical steel, winding copper, and insulation.

• Familiarity with non-conformity reporting tools and proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Working knowledge of GE quality tools within the Quality Suite and Root Cause Analysis methodology would be advantageous.

Desired Characteristics:

• Meticulous attention to detail and a clear communicator with structured reporting skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for ensuring customer satisfaction.

• Fluency in English, with proficiency in other languages being advantageous.

What You Can Expect from Us:

• Engaging and stimulating projects that offer professional growth opportunities.

• A supportive work environment where we understand and accommodate diverse expectations regarding job roles, careers, and work-life balance.

• Competitive compensation packages complemented by flexible benefits tailored to meet individual needs, including Employer pension contributions, Income protection, Private Health Insurance, and Life Assurance, along with generous vacation allowances and bank holidays.

About GE Grid Solutions:

At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why we come to work:

At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No