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Plymouth, England, United Kingdom
Posted 2 weeks ago
Overview
In this key role, you will be responsible for overseeing and improving our in-house quality systems, fostering a strong culture of quality across the organisation, and driving supplier quality improvement initiatives. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with aerospace standards, identify areas for operational enhancement, and lead efforts to resolve complex quality issues. Your expertise will be crucial in implementing best practices that elevate product quality, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement across both internal and external processes.
Responsibilities
* In-House Quality Oversight: Lead and manage the in-house quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001).
* Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) efforts to address recurring quality issues.
* Develop and maintain quality control plans, procedures, and policies to ensure consistent product quality.
* Conduct regular audits of manufacturing processes, products, and equipment to identify areas of improvement.
* Oversee the management of non-conformance reports (NCRs) and corrective actions.
* Embed a quality culture as the guiding ethos across the organisation.
* Supplier Quality Management: Lead supplier quality improvement initiatives, collaborating with suppliers to ensure that parts and materials meet quality and regulatory standards.
* Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure they comply with contractual quality requirements.
* Work with procurement and engineering teams to resolve supplier quality issues and improve supplier performance.
* Develop and implement supplier performance metrics and monitor ongoing performance.
* Quality Culture Development: Foster a culture of quality by promoting best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Mentor and train team members on quality principles, tools, and techniques (e.g., FMEA, 8D, RCA, SPC).
* Promote awareness of quality standards and regulations across all departments and stakeholders.
* Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and waste elimination while maintaining product quality.
* Lead and participate in continuous improvement projects such as Six Sigma, Lean, and Kaizen.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain) to implement process improvements.
* Risk Management: Assess and manage risks related to product quality, supplier performance, and regulatory compliance.
* Proactively identify potential quality risks and implement mitigation strategies.
Qualifications
* Bachelors degree in quality management or engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Industrial, or related field); Masters preferred.
* Extensive experience in quality management or related field.
* Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is preferred.
* Lead Auditor certification for ISO 9001 or AS9100 is a plus.
* Strong knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001) and other Aerospace standards.
* Experience leading quality improvement initiatives and process optimization in a manufacturing or production environment.
* Skills: In-depth knowledge of quality control techniques (SPC, FMEA, RCA, CAPA); strong analytical thinking and problem-solving; excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Experience of working in manufacturing environments and, if possible, in cleanroom environments.
* Proficiency with quality management software and tools (e.g., Minitab, SAP, or equivalent).
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Quality Assurance
Industries
* Civil Engineering
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