At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team of Quality Inspectors and manage quality functions in aerospace engineering.
- Company: Established aerospace engineering business based in Bristol.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £50,000 and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Hands-on role in a dynamic manufacturing environment with strong problem-solving focus.
- Why this job: Step up your career in quality management and make a real impact in aerospace.
- Qualifications: Experience in quality engineering or management, with supervisory skills preferred.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
My client is a well-established aerospace engineering business based in Bristol, looking for an experienced Assistant Quality Manager to join their team. The role will involve leading a small team of Quality Inspectors and working closely with the Quality Manager to manage the day-to-day quality function. This would suit someone with a background in quality engineering or quality management who has some supervisory experience and is looking for the next step in their career. You will need to be comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment, dealing with quality issues and finding practical solutions on the shop floor.
Responsibilities include:
- Leading and motivating a small team of Quality Inspectors
- Supporting the training and development of the team
- Managing the throughput of finished goods from a quality perspective
- Managing the day-to-day quality requirements of the sub-contract supplier base
- Supporting FMEA and FAIR activities
- Maintaining documentation and records relating to quality activities
- Programming CMMs
- Acting as the link between the Quality Inspectors and Quality Manager
- Investigating quality issues and providing practical solutions on the shop floor
- Interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, route cards and process instructions
- Reviewing dimensions, tolerances and inspection requirements
- Preparing and maintaining reports in accordance with AS9102
Skills and experience:
- Experience in a quality engineering, quality inspection or quality management role
- Experience within aerospace or precision engineering
- Previous experience supervising or leading a small team, or looking to take the next step into a supervisory role
- Experience with CMM programming
- Good knowledge of engineering drawings, specifications, dimensions and tolerances
- Experience with FMEA, FAIRs and AS9102
- Strong problem-solving skills and a practical approach to resolving quality issues
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues across the business
- A relevant engineering or quality qualification such as City & Guilds, NVQ, HNC/HND, degree or equivalent
Beneficial but not essential:
- Experience programming Aberlink CMMs
- Additional quality-related qualifications
- Experience managing or developing a team
Assistant Quality Manager employer: White Recruitment Construction
Join a leading precision engineering business in Bristol, where your skills as a CNC Miller will be valued and nurtured. With a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement, the company fosters a collaborative work culture that encourages employee growth and development. Enjoy competitive salaries, hands-on experience with modern CNC equipment, and the opportunity to work on complex projects in a dynamic environment.
Contact Details:
White Recruitment Construction Recruitment Team
