Job Title: Quality Assurance Lead
About the Role:
The Quality Manager will oversee the implementation of a robust quality management system, ensuring adherence to industry standards and customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain approvals and certifications, including AS9100 and ISO9001.
* Establish an effective internal audit schedule, conducting audits in line with best practices and addressing non-conformances promptly.
* Organize and conduct external audits efficiently.
* Lead a team of quality professionals, promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
* Analyze data to identify opportunities for process enhancements, driving quality improvements throughout the organization.
* Develop and implement robust quality controls at all stages of the manufacturing process, aligned with regulatory and customer demands.
* Accurately record and resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
* Experience in implementing quality systems within a precision engineering environment, preferably in aerospace or machining/fabrication.
* Data analysis skills, with ability to drive quality improvements through data-driven decision making.
* Familiarity with Lean/problem-solving techniques (8D) and Kaizen principles.
* Knowledge of 6 Sigma processes is beneficial.
* Ability to motivate and lead a team towards achieving quality excellence.