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A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality Manager within an SME specialising in quality and performance in Birmingham

We’re seeking an experienced and proactive Quality Manager to lead a small team and drive continuous improvement across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a small team, setting goals and KPI’s
Managing all company quality procedures and compliance in line with ISO9001, AS9100, and NADCAP standard
Lead all internal and external audits, non-conformance resolution, and risk management activities
Manage all  RCCA, Root Cause Corrective Actions
Perform self assessments for NADCAP and preparation for external audits
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:

You must have quality assurance credentials and be compliant in quality within aerospace or Defence ideally
Strong working knowledge of and accreditations ISO 9001, AS9100, EN14001 JOSCAR and NADCAP Standard
Experience with aerospace or MOD sector standards and Quality processes
Detail-driven with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Confident in managing audits, developing procedures, and liaising with cross-functional teams
Background in Quality management and testing, or metallurgical analysis
Forward-thinking, solutions-focused, and motivated by measurable outcome
Have a Background in Quality management and testing, or metallurgical analysis
Experience in maintaining NADCAP approvals
Previous exposure to aerospace customer quality requirements
Hours

This role is an onsite position working 38 hours per week 8am – 4.45pm and early finish on fridays

Salary – Approximately £45- £50,000 per annum depending on experience + benefits

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