Quality Manager andndash; Aerospace Manufacturing
Location: Rochford, Essex
Salary: (Dependent on Experience)
Hours: Monday andndash; Thursday | 6:45am andndash; 4:30pm (37-hour week)
Are you an experienced Quality Manager with a strong aerospace background and proven leadership skills? We are recruiting for an exciting opportunity with a well-established precision engineering manufacturer based in the Rochford area.
This is a hands-on leadership role where youand#39;ll be responsible for maintaining the Quality Management System, leading a skilled inspection team, and ensuring compliance with the highest aerospace quality standards.
The Role
Reporting to the General Manager, you will oversee all quality activities across the business, managing a team of two experienced inspectors while balancing priorities including FAIR completion, subcontractor quality activities, audits and day-to-day manufacturing support.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage and maintain the Quality Management System in line with AS9100/ISO 9100 requirements.
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Lead, motivate and develop the Quality Inspection team.
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Create, review and approve FAIRs and LAIRs using VisualFAIR software.
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Plan and conduct internal and external quality audits.
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Act as the companyand#39;s quality representative for customers and certification bodies.
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Oversee calibration, testing and inspection activities throughout manufacturing.
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Ensure all inspection equipment remains calibrated and compliant.
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Support subcontractor quality activities and quotations.
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the quality function.
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Identify training needs and support ongoing team development.
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Participate in management review meetings and support wider business objectives.
About You
To be considered, youand#39;ll ideally have:
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Essential aerospace manufacturing experience.
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Strong experience completing and approving First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).
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Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9100 and EASA standards.
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Internal and/or external auditing qualification and experience.
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Previous leadership or line management experience.
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Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
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Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage changing priorities.
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Strong communication skills and a collaborative leadership style.
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A proactive approach with exceptional attention to detail.
Whatand#39;s On Offer
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Salary negotiable depending on experience.
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Four-day working week.
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16 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
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Christmas shutdown.
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Pension scheme.
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Health Cash Plan.
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Life Assurance.
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Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
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Employee shopping discounts.
If youand#39;re an experienced aerospace Quality professional looking for your next leadership opportunity in the Rochford area, weand#39;d love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.