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Quality Lead

Pertemps Wrexham

Wrexham

On-site

GBP 125,000 - 150,000

Full time

17 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Lead to oversee coating processes and the Quality Management System. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with technical standards and driving continuous improvement in operational performance. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with manufacturing teams, manage customer complaints, and lead product and process qualifications. If you have a background in quality systems, particularly within aerospace, and possess strong decision-making and communication skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

  • Experience with AS9100 and Nadcap approvals is desirable.
  • Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and resolve customer complaints effectively.
  • Lead the qualification of new products and processes.

Skills

Decision Making
Problem Solving
Stakeholder Management
Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Chemistry
Degree in Materials

Tools

Zero Defect tools
Quality Management Systems

Job description

Job Title: Quality Lead - Special Processes


Overview:

The Quality Lead will have ownership of coating processes and the Quality Management System (QMS). As the go-to person for all special processes and technical expertise, this role requires close collaboration with manufacturing teams to maintain and improve operational performance in key special process areas. Additionally, the Quality Lead will be responsible for any new product or process qualifications.


Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Quality Management System:
    • Serve as the subject matter expert for quality systems and special processes
    • Manage and resolve customer complaints
    • Maintain and update the QMS to reflect new and corporate requirements
    • Ensure compliance with technical standards in chemical processing controls
    • Oversee calibration compliance and work instructions
    • Drive continuous improvement in business management systems
    • Manage business reviews and audit plans, ensuring timely audit closure
    • Identify and mitigate company risks
    • Represent the company during accreditation and certification audits
  2. Product & Process Development:
    • Lead the qualification of new products and processes
    • Ensure processes comply with corporate, customer, and third-party regulations
    • Drive continuous improvement activities for cost reduction and process repeatability/reliability
    • Utilize Zero Defect tools to reduce the cost of poor quality

Qualifications/Experience:

  1. Degree in Chemistry or Materials (Desirable, not essential)
  2. Experience with AS9100 and Nadcap approvals (Heat Treat, Chemical Processing, and Non-destructive Testing) is desirable
  3. Experience within a fast-paced, aerospace environment is preferred
  4. Familiarity with Zero Defect tools and their implementation to address the cost of poor quality is a plus
  5. Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
  6. Experience managing both internal and external stakeholders
  7. Excellent communication skills

If you believe you would be suitable for this role, please submit your CV now. Alternatively, for any additional information, please contact the Pertemps Wreham branch.

Due to high volumes of CV submissions, if you do not receive an update within 7 working days, you have been unsuccessful. However, we may contact you for other opportunities.

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