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Quality Manager Aerospace

Actio Recruitment
Southampton
6 days 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.
Were 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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