Details:
- Salary: £58,000 - 63,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Aylesbury
- Date: 6 days ago
Description:
Quality Assurance & Compliance Manager
Salary: £58,000 – £63,000 per annum DOE
Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Job Type: Permanent
Are you an experienced Quality Manager or Senior Quality professional with a background in highly regulated engineering or manufacturing environments?
We are currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity for a Quality Assurance & Compliance Manager to join a growing and ambitious engineering business based in Aylesbury.
This is a key role within the organisation, responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining the company's Quality Management System (QMS), while working closely with customers, suppliers, auditors and internal teams to ensure the highest standards of quality and compliance are maintained.
The Role
As Quality Assurance & Compliance Manager, you will take ownership of the quality management system and play a key role in driving quality, compliance and continuous improvement across the business.
Key responsibilities will include:
Managing and maintaining the company's ISO 9001 Quality Management System
Leading the NCR and Root Cause Analysis process, ensuring corrective actions are identified and implemented effectively
Monitoring quality performance and producing key quality metrics and reports
Maintaining and reviewing company procedures to ensure continued compliance
Planning and leading internal and external audits
Supporting the ongoing maintenance of ISO 9001 accreditation
Working closely with Procurement to review and audit existing and new subcontractors
Supporting the wider Quality team with the ASME quality manual
Working collaboratively with Engineering, Production, Procurement, Logistics and Finance
Supporting LEAN, Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence initiatives
Providing training and guidance to colleagues on quality and problem-solving techniques
Identifying opportunities to improve processes, systems and overall quality performance
Providing leadership and support to the wider Quality team where required
About You
We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Quality professional who is comfortable working within a highly regulated engineering or manufacturing environment.
You will ideally have:
Experience in a senior Quality role
Experience managing or maintaining an ISO 9001 QMS
Experience within a highly regulated industry
A background in engineering, fabrication or metalwork manufacturing
Strong experience with NCR, Root Cause Analysis and corrective actions
Experience planning and conducting internal and external audits
A HND/HNC or equivalent qualification in a STEM subject
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
A practical, hands-on approach to quality and continuous improvement
Experience with LEAN / Continuous Improvement methodologies
Desirable Experience
Experience in any of the following would be highly advantageous:
Aerospace, Defence or Nuclear manufacturing
AS9100
ASME VIII
PED (Pressure Equipment Directive)
Welding standards
Lead Auditor accreditation
Pressure systems or high-integrity fabrication
Other highly regulated engineering environments
What We're Looking For
You will be a confident and collaborative Quality professional who can influence teams at all levels and isn't afraid to get involved on the shop floor.
You will have a continuous improvement mindset, be comfortable investigating problems and implementing effective solutions, and have the ability to build strong relationships across Quality, Engineering, Production, Procurement and other business functions.
Benefits
£58,000 – £63,000 salary, depending on experience
25 days' annual leave + bank holidays
Life assurance
Pension
Health cash plan
On-site parking
On-site electric vehicle charging points
Social events
Seasonal flu vaccinations
Training and development opportunities
Apply Now
If you're an experienced Quality Manager, Quality Assurance Manager, Quality & Compliance Manager or Senior Quality Engineer looking for your next challenge within a growing engineering environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your latest CV for immediate consideration.
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