About Xerotech

Xerotech is a battery technology company that is solving one of the greatest challenges of our generation, industrial electrification. Our talented team is making an impact on a global scale, driven by a shared vision of a fully electric future. We thrive in a fast-paced, energetic, and innovative culture where no two days are the same. We take on big challenges and we appreciate every opportunity to learn along the way. When you join Xerotech, you join a team with a thirst for innovation and a hunger for the fun that comes from turning an industry on its head.

This is a once in a life-time opportunity for the person with the right skillset.

Supplier Quality Engineer

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented Supplier Quality Engineer to join our fast-growing team.

In this role you’ll get to:

Ensure the quality and reliability of products and materials sourced from external suppliers. You’ll collaborate closely with suppliers, internal teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and maintain high standards of quality.

• Assess potential suppliers based on quality standards, capabilities, and performance history.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to select suppliers aligned with organizational quality goals.
• Develop, implement, and maintain a robust quality assurance program for supplier evaluation and monitoring.
• Define quality requirements, inspection criteria, and acceptance standards.

• Conduct regular supplier audits to evaluate compliance with quality systems, processes, and specifications.
• Identify areas for improvement and work with suppliers to address deficiencies.
• Investigate and resolve quality-related issues promptly.
• Collaborate with suppliers to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for supplier quality.
• Monitor supplier performance, track metrics, and provide regular reports to management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain.
• Implement lean methodologies, Six Sigma principles, and other quality improvement tools.
• Assess and mitigate risks related to supplier quality.
• Develop risk mitigation plans and contingency strategies.
• Work closely with design, engineering, production, and logistics teams to ensure seamless integration of supplier quality processes.
• Provide training to suppliers on quality standards, processes, and expectations.
• Foster a culture of quality excellence.

To excel you will need:

• Level 8 Degree in a relevant Quality/Engineering/Science related discipline
• Proven experience in supplier quality engineering or related roles.
• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering background would be an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, etc.).
• Good knowledge of Six Sigma, Statistical Analysis and Lean principles to investigate and solve problems and improve quality.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment and work under own initiative to targets and deadlines.
• Local and international travel is expected for this role (25 - 50%). Candidate must have a current passport with at least 6 months remaining.

What we believe

We believe in people first, always. At Xerotech we value all cultures and backgrounds and truly believe that diversity drives innovation. We are growing fast, that means you will grow fast too and one day you will be able to say you were there at the beginning!

Why work with us

Situated in the West of Ireland, Xerotech offers a place to work like no other, with a dynamic working culture that very few places can replicate or compete with. We are a fast-growing and innovative company that is competing on a global scale, and we pride ourselves on being a great place to work, allowing us to attract the best to be the best! Just some of the benefits Xerotech offer include:

• Private Healthcare cover from day one
• Additional private healthcare to cover partners & dependents
• Company Pension
• 23 days annual leave per year
• Bike to Work scheme
• Active sports and social club with events each month
• Corporate gym rates & free fitness classes
• Wellness programs, including an Employee Assistance Program
• Top-notch tech equipment to work with
• Great atmosphere, team spirit and free office snacks
• Free parking & more

Commitment to Quality

Whether developing new products or writing copy, you will bring thoroughness, high standards, and the interminable curiosity to challenge the status quo, taking impactful risks along the way. Do you see an innovative way to do something? You will be empowered to do it.

Come and do your best work with us.

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Xerotech is an equal opportunities employer.