Quality Manager
Trinity Precision Engineering – Newcastle upon Tyne
About Trinity Precision
Trinity Precision is a specialist CNC machine shop delivering high-complexity, precision-engineered components to F1, Motorsport, Automotive, Aerospace, and Electric Motor industries.
Operating DMG Mori 5-axis machines with 24/7 lights-out manufacturing capability, we pride ourselves on exceptional quality and attention to detail.
Our state-of-the-art, climate-controlled inspection facility houses 3 CNC CMMs and a Hexagon metrology laser scanning arm. As we grow toward £6M turnover and expand our aerospace portfolio, we're seeking a Quality Manager to lead our quality systems and drive our AS9100 certification.
The Role
As Quality Manager, you'll be the guardian of quality standards across Trinity Precision. You'll maintain our ISO 9001 certification, lead the implementation and embedding of AS9100, and ensure every component leaving our facility meets the exacting standards of our aerospace, F1, and motorsport customers. This is a hands-on leadership role combining strategic quality management with technical expertise.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Systems & Compliance:
- Maintain and continuously improve our ISO 9001:2015 quality management system
- Lead AS9100 certification implementation – develop processes, documentation, and training
- Ensure compliance with customer-specific quality requirements (aerospace, F1, motorsport)
- Manage internal and external audits, including customer audits
- Develop and maintain quality manuals, procedures, and work instructions
- Drive corrective and preventive action processes
Inspection & Metrology Leadership:
- Oversee inspection operations
- Develop inspection plans and first article inspection (FAI) documentation
- Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of all inspection equipment
- Review and approve inspection programs and measurement strategies
- Implement statistical process control (SPC) where applicable
Supplier & Customer Quality:
- Manage supplier quality and approval processes
- Conduct supplier audits and performance reviews
- Handle customer quality issues, non-conformances, and reporting
- Build strong relationships with aerospace and motorsport quality teams
- Support new customer onboarding and quality requirement reviews
Team Leadership & Development:
- Lead and develop the quality inspection team, including mentoring of junior staff
- Provide training on GD&T, inspection techniques, and quality standards
- Foster a culture of quality throughout the organisation
- Collaborate with Programming, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams
Continuous Improvement:
- Analyse quality metrics and drive improvement initiatives
- Reduce non-conformances and scrap rates
- Support lead time reduction projects
- Implement best practices from aerospace and motorsport industries
Essential Requirements:
- Minimum 5+ years quality management experience in precision manufacturing
- ISO 9001 auditor certification or equivalent qualification
- AS9100 experience (implementation or maintenance) – essential for our planned aerospace growth
- Strong knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
- Experience with CMM programming and operation (MCOSMOS, PC-DMIS or similar)
- Proven experience managing quality teams
- Excellent understanding of PPAP, APQP, FAI, and other quality tools
- Strong problem-solving skills using 8D, root cause analysis, and CAPA methodologies
- Experience in aerospace, automotive, or motorsport manufacturing environments
Desirable Skills:
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
- Experience with titanium, aluminium alloys, and stainless steel inspection
- Knowledge of 5-axis machining processes and associated quality challenges
- Familiarity with NADCAP or other aerospace special process requirements
- Experience with ERP/MRP quality modules
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary reflecting your expertise and qualifications
- Leadership role with direct impact on business growth
- Opportunity to lead AS9100 certification from the ground up
- Work with cutting-edge metrology equipment
- Collaborative environment serving prestigious F1 and aerospace clients
- Career growth as we scale to £6M turnover and expand aerospace contracts
- Free use of onsite gym
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Employee assistance programme
- Shopping discount scheme
Why Trinity Precision?
We're not satisfied with "good enough." Our commitment to high quality and attention to detail defines everything we do. From our climate-controlled inspection facility to our 24/7 automated manufacturing, quality is at the heart of our operation. You'll have the autonomy to build world-class quality systems while working with some of the most demanding and exciting industries in manufacturing.
Ready to lead our quality excellence and AS9100 journey?
Apply now with your CV and a cover letter detailing your AS9100 experience and quality management philosophy.
Trinity Precision is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
NO AGENCIES
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £55,000.00-£75,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Pay: £55,000.00-£75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
