Quality Manager in Gloucestershire

Energy Jobline CVL; England; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in advanced engineering located in Gloucestershire seeks a Quality Manager to enhance its production quality function. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in the automotive or aerospace sectors, with a strong grasp of IATF 16949 and AS9100 standards. The role includes leading the quality team, managing audits, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers a salary of up to £55,000 pa plus package.

Qualifications

• Experienced Quality professional with a background in automotive, aerospace, or precision engineering.
• Strong understanding of IATF 16949, AS9100, ISO9001, and other customer-specific requirements.
• Skilled in leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Quality team to deliver robust systems, procedures, and performance.
• Manage and maintain certifications including IATF 16949 and AS9100.
• Act as the primary contact for customer and third-party audits.
• Drive problem-solving and root cause analysis to eliminate defects and prevent recurrence.

Skills

Quality

Manufacturing

Automotive

Aerospace

QMS

IATF16949

AS9100

Leadership

Production

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Lead Production Quality – Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

Gloucestershire | Full‑time

Up to £55,000 pa + package

The Opportunity

Are you a results‑driven Quality Manager with a passion for precision, process excellence, and world‑class manufacturing standards? This is your opportunity to join a market‑leading manufacturer supplying high‑performance components to the automotive and aerospace sectors – industries where quality isn’t just a department, it’s a mindset. As Quality Manager, you’ll report to the Group Head of Quality and lead the site’s production quality function – driving continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with demanding customer and industry standards, and inspiring a culture of operational excellence across the business. You’ll play a key role in shaping quality strategy, managing audits, and working cross‑functionally with engineering, production, and leadership teams to maintain the highest levels of product integrity and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Quality team to deliver robust systems, procedures, and performance.
• Manage and maintain certifications including IATF 16949 and AS9100.
• Act as the primary contact for customer and third‑party audits.
• Drive problem‑solving and root cause analysis to eliminate defects and prevent recurrence.
• Partner with engineering and operations to embed quality at every stage of production.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Analyse data, report KPIs, and provide insight to support strategic decision‑making.

About You

• Experienced Quality professional with a background in automotive, aerospace, or precision engineering.
• Strong understanding of IATF 16949, AS9100, ISO9001 and other customer‑specific requirements.
• Skilled in leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement.
• Hands‑on approach with the ability to influence and drive change.
• Confident managing audits, developing teams, and leading quality improvement programmes.
• Solid knowledge of APQP and associated manufacturing quality tools.

Why This Role?

Join a forward‑thinking manufacturer where quality and innovation go hand in hand. You’ll have the autonomy to shape the quality function, influence business performance, and play a key role in the company’s continued growth and technical excellence.

If you’re ready to take ownership, lead with impact, and be part of a business that sets the standard in engineering quality – we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to lead quality excellence in one of Gloucestershire’s premier advanced manufacturing businesses.

To apply in confidence and to initiate an informal discussion, please submit a fully CV online detailing your current remuneration package and availability quoting job reference 10185.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Quality, Manufacturing, Automotive, Aerospace, QMS, IATF16949, AS9100, Leader, Production

If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.