Quality Manager x 2 - Aerospace precision engineering
We are recruiting two experienced Quality Managers for two similar precision engineering / aerospace manufacturing companies. Both roles lead and develop a high-performing quality function, own the Quality Management System (QMS - Quality Management System) and ensure AS9100 compliance, while driving continuous improvement across CNC machining and precision engineering processes.
One vacancy is primarily CNC/precision engineering focused. The other includes the same scope plus additional sheet metal fabrication within the business.
Key Responsibilities (Both Roles)
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Maintain, implement and continuously improve an AS9100-compliant QMS; ensure it remains relevant to operations and communicated to applicable interested parties.
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Lead management review meetings at least biannually, reporting QMS performance and improvement opportunities to top management.
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Lead quality operations across precision CNC machining, ensuring parts meet aerospace specifications, engineering drawings and customer requirements.
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Manage inspection and metrology activities including FAI (First Article Inspection), first-off, in-process/stage and final inspection; CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) and gauges.
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Implement and maintain robust process control including SPC (Statistical Process Control) and control plans.
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Conduct internal audits, support external audits and manage CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action).
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Manage product non-conformities (internal/external), driving root cause analysis (8D / RCA) and effective corrective action.
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Manage supplier evaluation, approval and ongoing performance, including supplier audits.
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Oversee calibration and controlled documentation (procedures, work instructions, records), supporting FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) and PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) / AS/EN paperwork where applicable.
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Track and report Quality KPIs; promote a culture of quality and take an active role in Health & Safety.
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Lead, coach and develop the Quality team; participate in recruitment/interviews for Quality hires.
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Manage contract review (quality element), customer concessions/permits and customer sign-off activities.
Authorities
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Maintain integrity of the QMS and the Business Continuity Plan when change is planned and implemented.
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Approve quality-related purchase orders.
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Manage QA activities: first-off, in-process/stage and final inspection; FAI reporting.
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Generate ERDs and ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans) for customers.
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Generate and approve product release certification.
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Approve quality assurance and QMS-related ECRs (Engineering Change Requests).
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Approve quality training.
Essential Skills & Experience
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Proven quality management experience within aerospace / precision engineering (fabrication experience required for the fabrication vacancy).
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Strong practical knowledge of AS9100 and audit processes.
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Hands-on background in CNC/precision inspection: GD&T, drawing interpretation, dimensional inspection.
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Experience with CMM, SPC, FMEA, 8D, CAPA and non-conformance management.
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Supplier quality experience including supplier audits.
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Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
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Relevant engineering/manufacturing/quality qualification (or equivalent experience); CQI/IRCA Lead Auditor desirable.
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Ideally 5+ years in aerospace/precision manufacturing quality roles.
What We Offer
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Pivotal roles in a technical, high-precision aerospace-focused manufacturing environment.
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Opportunity to shape and enhance the QMS and quality culture.
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
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Training and career development opportunities.
These are permanent jobs with starting salaries dependant on experience. You must have UK right to work to be considered. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications.
