Quality Manager

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Hartwell; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £58k-£63k DOE

25 days holiday + BH

Life assurance

Pension

Health cash plan

On-site parking

EV charging points

Company social events

Flu vaccinations

Job summary

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd. seeks an experienced Quality Assurance Manager for a hands-on leadership role in a regulated engineering environment.

You will own the QMS, maintain ISO 9001, lead audits, address NCRs, and drive LEAN improvements across welding, fabrication, machining and metalwork processes. The role demands senior quality leadership, strong problem-solving skills and a pragmatic approach to continuous improvement in collaboration with Production, Engineering and Operations.

Qualifications

• Senior Quality Manager/QA Manager level experience in engineering/manufacturing.
• Proven ISO 9001 management systems experience and audits.
• Experience with welding, fabrication, machining and metalwork processes.
• Strong NCR, root cause analysis and corrective action knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the QMS across the business.
• Maintain ISO 9001 accreditation and procedures.
• Lead internal and external audits and ensure timely actions.
• Manage NCRs, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Develop quality metrics and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering and Procurement to improve quality.

Skills

QMS leadership

ISO 9001

Auditing

LEAN & CI

Root cause analysis

Quality metrics

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

HND or equivalent STEM

Degree in STEM

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

AS9100 knowledge

Job description

Quality Assurance Manager

£58,000 - £63,000 DOE | Aylesbury (HP19) | Permanent, Full-time

Contek Recruitment are representing their client, a growing and ambitious engineering manufacturer operating within a highly regulated environment.

We are looking for an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to take ownership of the Quality Management System, drive continuous improvement and ensure consistently high standards across manufacturing and operational processes.

This is a hands-on quality leadership role ideally suited to a Quality Manager with a strong engineering/manufacturing background and experience across welding, fabrication, machining and metalwork processes.

The Role

• Lead and develop the company Quality Management System (QMS)
• Maintain and continually improve ISO 9001 accreditation and associated procedures
• Lead internal and external audits, ensuring actions are completed effectively and on time
• Take ownership of the Non-Conformance Report (NCR) process, including root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Produce and monitor quality metrics to identify trends, recurring issues and improvement opportunities
• Work closely with Production, Engineering, Procurement, Logistics and Operations to improve quality performance
• Review existing subcontractors and support the approval and auditing of new suppliers
• Maintain high quality standards across welding, fabrication, machining and wider metalwork processes
• Develop, implement and maintain quality procedures, documentation and systems
• Provide training and guidance to wider teams on quality, problem-solving and improvement techniques
• Promote a strong quality culture throughout the organisation
• Drive LEAN and Continuous Improvement initiatives to improve processes and reduce waste and non-conformances
• Work alongside the wider Quality team to maintain skills matrices and development plans
• Support compliance requirements within a highly regulated engineering environment
• Support the ongoing development and implementation of quality systems across the business

About You

• Proven experience within a senior Quality Manager, Quality Assurance Manager or similar position
• Strong experience within engineering, manufacturing or another highly regulated industry
• Proven knowledge and practical experience of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
• Experience working with welding, fabrication, machining and metalwork processes
• Strong understanding of NCR, root cause analysis and corrective action processes
• Experience planning and leading internal and external audits
• Experience using LEAN, Continuous Improvement and structured problem-solving techniques
• Confident working across Engineering, Production, Procurement and Operations
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to train, coach and influence wider teams
• A pragmatic, hands-on approach to quality and problem solving
• HND or equivalent qualification in a STEM subject is essential
• Degree-level STEM qualification would be advantageous
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or Auditor accreditation would be advantageous
• Aerospace, Defence, Nuclear or other highly regulated industry experience would be advantageous
• Knowledge of AS9100, PED, ASME VIII and welding standards would be beneficial

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accreditation reviews, internal audits and external audits are planned and delivered on time
• Monitor and support the timely completion of root cause investigations and corrective actions
• Maintain consistently high quality standards across engineering and manufacturing operations
• Identify opportunities to reduce non-conformances and improve manufacturing processes
• Support Operational Excellence through LEAN and Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Work with the wider Quality team to maintain competency and development plans
• Ensure effective implementation and ongoing improvement of quality systems
• Work with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve quality issues

Benefits

• £58,000 - £63,000 salary DOE
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Pension
• Health cash plan
• On-site parking
• Electric vehicle charging points
• Company social events
• Seasonal flu vaccinations