MERITUS are recruiting for a Quality Manager to join our client in a permanent deal within the wider aviation industry. PLEASE NOTE: This is a fast moving, matrix organisation with a large quality team of 7 / 8 engineers to support. The role is from an operational point of view, however you will be expected to get involved in hands-on quality tasks.
QUALITY MANAGER - UP TO £60,000 - GREATER BLACKBURN - AEROSPACE/DEFENCE EXPERIENCE - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS
We are looking for a skilled Quality Manager to join a leading aerospace company. This role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to oversee quality assurance processes and ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage quality assurance processes within the aerospace manufacturing environment.
* Develop and implement quality management systems in line with industry standards (AS9100, ISO 9001, etc.).
* Conduct audits and inspections to ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards.
* Collaborate with engineering, production, and procurement teams to resolve quality issues.
* Oversee the non-conformance and corrective action processes.
* Manage a team of quality control inspectors and engineers, providing training and development as needed.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of aerospace quality standards and regulations.
Essential Experience & Skills:
* Proven experience in a quality management role within the aerospace or manufacturing industry.
* In-depth knowledge of quality management systems and aerospace standards (AS9100, ISO 9001, etc.).
* Strong experience in conducting audits and managing non-conformance processes.
* Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage a team.
* Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise with different departments.
* A background in engineering or a related technical field would be advantageous.