Full-Time | 39 Hours per Week | £40,000 per annum

A well-established precision engineering manufacturer is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead and continuously improve its quality systems across the business.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working closely with production, engineering, and leadership teams to ensure the highest standards of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities of the Quality Manager 

Maintain an effective and compliant Quality Management System across the business

Ensure compliance with Nadcap, AS9100, ISO standards, and applicable customer standards (current and in progress)

Work closely with Inspection and Machine Operators to produce FAIRs

Coordinate laboratory testing for parts requiring external analysis in line with customer requirements

Support Inspection with First-Off and Final Inspection where required

Oversee recast examination samples, including component cutting and preparation

Validate recast samples to ensure freedom from damage and compliance with specifications

Organise recast examinations with approved external laboratories

Review and validate recast examination certificates to ensure accuracy and specification compliance

Raise and manage NCRs, Corrective Actions (CAs), Continuous Improvements (CIs), and associated quality documentation

Maintain all quality-related logs including NCR, CA, CI registers

Carry out internal calibrations in line with procedures and ensure records remain up to date

Oversee external calibration activities in accordance with calibration procedures

Ensure machine maintenance checklists are completed and signed regularly

Maintain the Jig & Fixture Register, ensuring accuracy and currency

Sign off Contract Reviews where required

Inspections, Audits & Reporting

Complete end-of-month quality and maintenance checks, including:

Post-EDM liquid maintenance checks and records

Ultrasonic tank cleaner maintenance documentation

Wire erosion machine conductivity testing

Inspection table light testing (1000 lux requirement)

Compile and maintain monthly and end-of-month performance charts, including:

Internal PPM

Internal Defective PPM

External Defective PPM

Sales Delivery performance

PPM delivered to customer

Organise, maintain, and participate in quarterly Management Reviews with senior management

Documentation & Procedures

Maintain an up-to-date log of customer standards and specifications

Ensure all quality documentation is complete, accurate, legible, and compliant with procedures

Sign and stamp documentation where required

Ensure all paperwork (digital and physical) is stored correctly in line with document control procedures

Follow all documented procedures relating to forms, logs, and quality records

Identify training needs and notify appropriate personnel when procedures or documentation are not fully understood

Highlight and report any errors found within quality documentation

General Responsibilities of a Quality Manager 

Maintain a tidy and organised work area, ensuring tools, equipment, jigs, and fixtures are returned to designated locations

Dispose of packaging and consumables appropriately

Take responsibility for equipment assigned

Work safely at all times, using appropriate PPE and safe handling practices

Actively contribute to continuous improvement, identifying and suggesting improvements across quality and operations

Additional Information

Hours: 39 hours per week

Salary: £40,000 per annum

Travel: Fortnightly travel to a Gloucestershire site will be required

This role as a Quality Manager offers the opportunity to make a real impact within a growing and technically focused manufacturing environment.

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