Southbourne Rubber (SBR) is a leading manufacturer of high-performance rubber components, proudly serving the aerospace and military sectors. With a reputation built on precision, innovation, and quality, we are trusted by industry giants such as BAE, GE, Airbus, Boeing, Leonardo, and Rolls Royce.
We are seeking a Quality Manager to lead our quality assurance and control functions, ensuring our products meet the highest standards of performance and reliability.
Lead and manage all Quality Control (QC) activities to ensure defect-free production.
Maintain and improve our AS9100-compliant Quality Management System (QMS).
Oversee inspection plans, internal audits, and CAPA processes.
Manage supplier quality, including audits and qualification.
Act as the primary liaison for customer quality requirements and audits.
Develop and deliver quality training programs across the organisation.
Prepare and present quality reports to senior leadership.
Proven experience in a quality leadership role within aerospace, military, or a similarly regulated industry.
Strong knowledge of AS9100 and quality management systems.
Proficiency in quality software and data analysis tools.
Coaching and mentoring capabilities.
Understanding of safety, quality, and cost objectives in manufacturing environments.