Head of Quality Bolton £55,000 - £60,000 + benefits Lead quality strategy in a high-stakes manufacturing environment and shape standards that protect safety, reputation and long-term success. You’ll take ownership of AS9100 and ISO9001 systems used in aerospace and defence, where precision and trust aren’t optional. Reporting directly to the MD, your decisions will influence every level of the business, giving you real sway over performance, compliance and culture. With hybrid working, private healthcare, pension, and Perkbox, you’ll have the flexibility and support to focus on what matters most. What you’ll do Drive the full scope of the Quality Management System, ensuring it meets and exceeds AS9100 and ISO9001 standards. You’ll own the strategy, from defining KPIs to embedding a right-first-time mindset across the business. Non-conformance? You’ll lead root cause analysis and turn insights into lasting fixes. Your work with customers, suppliers and internal teams will reduce risk and build trust where it counts. Quality isn’t just a function here - it’s a business priority. You’ll be the expert voice that shapes how the company delivers precision, performance and promise. What you’ll need Strong experience developing and maintaining Quality Management Systems to AS9100 and ISO9001 Lead Auditor certification and hands-on background in manufacturing or engineering Confident working with senior stakeholders and driving continuous improvement About the company They design and produce industrial sealing solutions for safety and mission-critical applications. Their products support sectors like aerospace, defence, and energy, where failure is not an option. Backed by a larger group, they offer financial stability, broad training options, and clear paths for promotion. Please click the ‘Apply’ button. Don’t worry if your CV isn’t up to date. Just send what you have and we’ll deal with that later.