Quality Manager

Quality Manager role based in Bolton. Fixed Term contract working for a growing Aerospace Manufacturing company



Client Details



Our client is a growing aerospace manufacturing company based in Bolton



Description



Seeking an immediately available Quality Manager with deep experience in AS9100 internal auditing and problem investigation & resolution to support quality systems and performance within a high-precision aerospace machining and manufacturing environment.



* Lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of the internal audit programme in alignment with AS9100 standards.



* Own and drive structured problem investigations, including root cause analysis for quality issues, non-conformances, and systemic failures.



* Implement and monitor corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to ensure sustained resolution.



* Support QMS maintenance, updates, and ensure ongoing compliance.



* Assist the business in delivering awareness of the requirements of relevant certification.



* Track and report on audit outcomes, non-conformance trends, and resolution performance using KPIs and dashboards.



* Collaborate cross-functionally across Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and Procurement



* Deliver structured updates and communicate risks effectively to client leadership



Profile



* Experienced Quality Manager with strong, hands-on expertise in AS9100 internal auditing and quality system compliance.



* Demonstratable experience of hosting / working with 2nd and 3rd party auditors.



* Ability to generate procedures and processes to improve or update existing QMS.



* Skilled in structured problem-solving tools: 8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa/Fishbone, etc.



* Demonstrated success in resolving complex quality issues across manufacturing or supply chain environments.



* Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Excel, SharePoint, Teams).



* Effective stakeholder communicator, comfortable driving improvement initiatives across all functional levels.



* Aerospace industry background ; experience in automotive or industrial manufacturing also considered valuable.



Qualifications:



* Bachelor's degree in engineering, Quality, CQI Diploma in quality or related field (or equivalent experience).



* 3+ years in a Quality Engineering role, preferably in aerospace or defence.



* In-depth knowledge of AS9100 Rev D



* IRCA Certified AS EN 9100 Auditor / Lead Auditor



* Experience with internal auditing, QMS documentation, and audit report writing.



* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.



* Ideally, a member of the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI



Job Offer



£50,000 to £60,000 on a 6-12 month contract with the possibility of a permanent role following that