Senior Aerospace Quality & Safety Manager

Optima UK Inc Ltd

Wimborne Minster

On-site

GBP 59,000 - 72,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Optima UK Inc Ltd is seeking a Quality & Health & Safety Manager to lead QA and H&S in a precision engineering/aerospace setting. Based in Dorset/Poole, you will oversee the QMS and drive compliance with AS9100, NADCAP and ISO 9001.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Design and Operations to improve safety, quality, cost and delivery, mentoring the quality team and delivering training across the business. The role offers a permanent day shift with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

Previous experience in a Quality and/or Health & Safety management position, ideally within aerospace or precision manufacturing.
Strong knowledge of aerospace quality standards including AS9100 and NADCAP.
Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems and quality assurance principles.
Relevant Health & Safety qualification such as NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent.
Relevant quality qualification such as CQE, CMQ/OE or equivalent would be advantageous.
Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation, risk assessment and safe systems of work.
Experience leading quality improvement and continuous improvement projects.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Champion a strong culture of health and safety and ensure safe systems of work are consistently followed.
Ensure compliance with UK aerospace regulations, legislation and relevant industry standards.
Develop, implement and maintain the Quality Management System in line with AS9100, NADCAP and ISO 9001 requirements.
Maintain accurate records relating to quality testing, inspections and audits.
Develop and maintain company health and safety policies, procedures and protocols.
Identify hazards, assess risks and implement appropriate control measures across manufacturing, testing and maintenance activities.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma and root cause analysis methodologies.
Investigate customer complaints and quality concerns, driving effective resolution and corrective action.
Identify quality-related risks and implement preventative measures.
Conduct regular health and safety audits and inspections.
Monitor and ensure completion of corrective actions.
Establish quality control procedures covering incoming materials, in-process inspection and final product testing.
Monitor manufacturing processes to identify and address non-conformances and deviations.
Produce quality reports and KPIs for management review.
Develop and maintain emergency response plans and procedures.
Lead, mentor and develop the quality team.
Deliver quality and health & safety training to employees, contractors and visitors.