Senior Site Quality Leader – Aviation QMS & Compliance

GKN; Luton; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GKN Luton is seeking a Site Quality Manager to lead the Quality Management System and Business Management System at our Luton manufacturing site. This senior role guides product safety, quality, and customer satisfaction through robust quality planning and problem-solving, aiming for zero defects and continuous improvement across the site.

The role involves leading audits, driving COPQ reduction, and ensuring compliance with aviation and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in quality for a manufacturing site.
• Proven ability to plan, implement and sustain QMS/BMS.
• Strong track record in audits, compliance and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, implementation and continuous improvement of the QMS/BMS.
• Govern quality governance with the site leadership team and ensure certifications.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and address non-conformities effectively.
• Drive COPQ reduction, 8D/RCCA investigations and robust risk management.

Skills

Leadership

Quality culture

Problem solving

Communication

Risk management

Education

Engineering/Technical degree

Quality Management Certification

Tools

8D/RCCA

APQP

Job description

GKN Luton is seeking a Site Quality Manager to lead the Quality Management System and Business Management System at our Luton manufacturing site. This senior role guides product safety, quality, and customer satisfaction through robust quality planning and problem-solving, aiming for zero defects and continuous improvement across the site.

The role involves leading audits, driving COPQ reduction, and ensuring compliance with aviation and industry standards.