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11 months ago
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Quality Manager – Precision Engineering (Aerospace)
Location: Southampton | Hours: 39 per week | Reporting to: Managing Director

Join our client who are a leading precision engineering company based in Southampton who produce components for the Aerospace sector.

We’re seeking either an experienced and proactive Quality Manager or an Experienced Quality Engineer looking to take the next step in their career to lead our clients Quality Management Systems and drive continuous improvement across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of our QMS in line with ISO 9001, AS9100, and NADCAP standards

  • Oversee internal and external audits, non-conformance resolution, and risk management activities

  • Collaborate with customers and suppliers to uphold robust quality standards

  • Ensure compliance with legal, safety, and customer-specific requirements

  • Manage and develop the Quality team while promoting a continuous improvement culture

  • Take ownership of quality metrics, training, product release, and system documentation

  • Support production planning, calibration control, contract reviews, and performance reporting

    About You:

  • Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, AS9145 (APQP & PPAP), AS9102 (FAIR), and NADCAP systems

  • Experience with aerospace sector standards and manufacturing processes

  • Detail-driven with excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Confident in managing audits, developing procedures, and liaising with cross-functional teams

  • Forward-thinking, solutions-focused, and motivated by measurable outcomes

    Desirable:

  • Background in CMM inspection, X-ray/DPI testing, or metallurgical analysis

  • Experience with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and maintaining NADCAP approvals

  • Previous exposure to aerospace customer quality requirements

    Hours

    This role is an onsite position based over 39 hours per week with flexible start and end times.

    Salary - £45,000 to £55,000 per annum depending on experience +benefits

    What Next?

    For more information please apply here and one of our team will be in contact.

    Actio are a recruitment agency and an equal opportunities employer

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