Quality Assurance Manager

JR United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace & defence component manufacturer is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager in Newport, Wales. This pivotal role involves overseeing quality management processes and contributing to commercial decision-making. Candidates should possess AS9100 Lead Auditor qualification and relevant experience in a precision machining environment, with a commitment to continuous improvement and team leadership.

Benefits

Ongoing development programs

Competitive package including bonuses

30 days annual leave plus additional day for each year up to 35 days

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience as a quality manager in an AS9100 environment.
• Experience in precision machining inspection department.

Responsibilities

• Control quality across the organization.
• Manage the quality team and promote a right-first-time approach.
• Advise on measurement techniques and manage HSE on-site.

Skills

AS9100 Lead Auditor qualification

Quality management

Continuous improvement

Education

AS9100 Lead Auditor (IRCA certified)

IOSH certification

NEBOSH preferred

Job description

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Quality Assurance Manager, Newport, Wales

Client:

MDE UK

Location:

Newport, Wales, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

MDE is currently seeking a Quality Manager for an Aerospace & Defence Component manufacturer just outside of Bristol.

Core to the company ethos are their People, Quality, and Technology — backed by AS9100revD accreditation, a strong order book, customer approvals, comprehensive training programs, and significant investment in machinery.

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact, take ownership, drive the company's growth, and ensure the delivery of mission-critical components to high-end sectors, primes, and OEMs.

The Role:

This position is central to the business. It offers an environment where a quality manager can actively contribute to commercial decision-making, influence future orders alongside commercial teams, and support ongoing growth.

Responsibilities include controlling quality across the organization, managing the quality team, promoting a right-first-time approach, advising on measurement techniques, fostering continuous improvement, working within an AS9100 environment, and managing HSE on-site.

The Skills:

AS9100 Lead Auditor qualification (IRCA certified)

At least 5 years of experience as a quality manager in an AS9100 environment

At least 5 years of experience in a precision machining inspection department

IOSH certification (NEBOSH preferred)

The Benefits:

Investment in your skills and capabilities through ongoing development programs

A positive work environment with a growing order book

Competitive package including bonuses, PMI, CTW scheme, EAP, and 30 days annual leave (plus 1 day per year up to 35 days)

If interested, apply today or contact [emailprotected] / 07454 218 129

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