Witham Office
01376 502999Bury St Edmunds Office
01284 413456Quality Manager
£50,000 - £60,000 p/a
Permanent
Brentwood, Essex
Due to an internal promotion our client and Aerospace Distibution company are now seeking an experienced and driven Quality Manager to lead their UK Quality Department. You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining business management systems, ensuring compliance with Aerospace industry standards and customer requirements, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement across the organisation.
What's in it for you?
Modern workplace with cutting-edge equipment
On-site gym, breakout spaces, free fruit, and free parking
25 days holiday + bank holidays rising with service
Flexible hours: Mon-Thurs (8am-5pm), Fri (8am-12pm)
Cycle to Work Scheme
Enhanced company pension
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the UK Quality Assurance team
Ensure compliance with AS9120, ASA-100, FAA AC 00-56A, and customer-specific requirements
Collaborate cross-functionally to align quality with business goals
Oversee internal audits and drive corrective/preventive actions
Monitor and report on UK Quality KPIs to senior leadership
Lead root cause analysis and resolution of quality issues
Drive continuous improvement and innovation in quality systems
Manage supplier quality assurance in conjunction with procurement
Support ISO14001, ISO27001, and ISO45001 initiatives
Skills & Experience Required:
Experience of working in a Quality Management role within the aerospace industry
Extensive experience in Quality Assurance is essential
Strong knowledge of ISO9001, AS9120; familiarity with ASA-100, FAA AC 00-56A
Lead Auditor certification essential
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Able to interpret engineering drawings and use basic measuring tools
Degree qualified or equivalent industry experience
CQI Member (MCQI/CQP) preferred
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher desirable
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