Quality Manager

Do you have a strong background in aerospace or similar engineering sectors with a strong understand of AS9100?

Can you lead and develop a team of skilled engineers and inspectors?

Then get in touch! Kingston Barnes is recruiting a Quality Manager for our client in the Bristol area. If you are a time served Quality Manager, or a senior quality engineer looking for your next step please get in touch.

The Company: Our client specialises in machining complex machined parts for the aerospace industry. They’re an established business in their field and work with market-leading names to assist them with the manufacturing of parts.  

The Role:  

You will be responsible for leading the quality function, ensuring compliance with industry standards (AS9100) and customer requirements whilst driving a culture of quality across the business. This senior level role reports directly into the MD. You will be an integral part of the business, contributing to decision making, operational excellence, and compliance. Responsibilities include:

• Lead the Quality function and set strategic direction
• Support business planning, strategy, and risk management
• Maintain and improve the QMS to meet AS9100 and regulatory standards
• Ensure compliance with aerospace and customer requirements
• Act as the main customer contact for quality matters
• Oversee key quality documentation (FAI, PPAP, control plans)
• Drive root cause analysis and continuous improvement
• Manage supplier quality and development
• Track and report on quality KPIs and performance
• Lead and develop the Quality team
• Work cross-functionally to deliver right-first-time results

About you:  

• Proven experience in a senior Quality role within aerospace or high-integrity engineering
• Strong knowledge of AS9100
• Skilled in problem-solving, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement
• Confident communicator, able to engage customers, auditors, and internal teams
• Experience with managing and developing skilled technical staff
• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing methods
• Auditor Certification AS9100/ISO9001 (Desirable)
• Relevant engineering or quality qualification (or equivalent experience)

Benefits:

• Up to £50,000
• Company Pension
• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced Family Friendly benefits
• Health care cash plan
• DIS benefit
• Onsite Free Parking

If you are interested please call Josh Hoyle on 07712695480 or apply online

* Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position *