Head of Quality

Head of Quality

Full-Time 59576 - 65000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Meritus

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and improve the Quality Management System in a precision engineering environment.
  • Company: Join a well-established precision engineering business in Stockport.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000 and permanent position.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth and to make a significant impact.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of quality in aerospace, defence, and nuclear sectors.
  • Qualifications: Experience in quality leadership and knowledge of industry standards required.

The predicted salary is between 59576 - 65000 £ per year.

MERITUS are recruiting for a Head of Quality to join a well-established precision engineering business supporting complex manufacturing programmes across the aerospace, defence, nuclear and advanced engineering sectors.

This is a permanent opportunity for an experienced quality leader to shape and develop the Quality function, driving continuous improvement across a specialist manufacturing environment while working closely with engineering, operations, suppliers and customers.

HEAD OF QUALITY - 55,000 - 65,000 - PERMANENT - STOCKPORT - PRECISION ENGINEERING - AEROSPACE / DEFENCE / NUCLEAR / MRO The Role Reporting to the Managing Director, you ll lead the Quality function, taking ownership of the Quality Management System while ensuring products and processes consistently meet customer, regulatory and industry standards.

You ll work across the full product lifecycle, from new product introduction through to production, supplier quality, customer engagement and continuous improvement, while leading and developing the Quality team.

Key Responsibilities Lead and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS).

Manage internal, customer and certification audits.

Support New Product Introduction, process capability and first article inspections.

Drive supplier quality, performance improvement and corrective actions.

Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

Ensure robust insp...

Head of Quality employer: Meritus

MERITUS is an excellent employer for Fabricators/Welders, offering a competitive salary and the chance to work on complex engineering projects within a supportive team environment in Telford, Shropshire. With opportunities for travel to Japan, Europe, and the USA, as well as a strong focus on employee training and development, you can expect a rewarding career that values quality workmanship and fosters professional growth.

Meritus

Contact Details:

Meritus Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Head of Quality

Quality Management System (QMS)
Continuous Improvement
Auditing Skills
New Product Introduction (NPI)
Process Capability
First Article Inspections
Supplier Quality Management