Head of Quality Assurance

1 month ago


Nottingham, United Kingdom EMBS Engineering Full time

Head of Quality

North Nottingham

Permanent

Salary - Up to circa £70,000 p.a depending on experience



EMBS Engineering is delighted to be exclusively retained to work in partnership with a market-leading precision engineering company that is dedicated to manufacturing small to medium-sized, complex, high-quality sub-assembly components with precision and excellence, for high-profile aerospace customers.

With a global footprint, coupled with a strong history of supporting world-class aerospace giants, our client can offer stability for those candidates seeking longevity within their next career move.


The company is looking to identify a Head of Quality to lead all aspects of the quality function, across multiple sites including responsibility for sites in Asia. (Please note, travel to sites outside the UK will only be expected infrequently, once every 2 years approximately).


This pivotal role is responsible for ensuring that all products, processes and services meet the highest internal & external standards. You will be at the forefront of their commitment to quality, championing our Zero-Defect initiatives and driving continuous improvement across the business.


What is our client offering?

  • Permanent position - stability & longevity
  • Up to circa £70,000 p.a depending on experience
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Company bonus scheme
  • Company sick pay - full sick pay
  • Death in Service
  • EAP
  • Car Scheme
  • Cycle to work Scheme
  • Private medical
  • Free onsite car parking
  • Modern working environment....and much more.


Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Lead and enhance the Business Quality Management System to meet all regulatory and customer requirements.
  • Drive the deployment of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Defect Prevention Tools across the business.
  • Oversee the planning, preparation, and execution of 3rd Party Audits (e.g., AS9100, NADCAP).
  • Manage Internal Audit and Compliance Monitoring programs.
  • Serve as the primary Quality lead and interface for all customer-related Quality matters.
  • Establish and embed Supplier Quality targets, ensuring continuous improvement in Supplier performance and reducing the cost of non-conformance.


Candidate requirements:

  • Previous Quality Management experience
  • Proven track record of delivering results within a precision engineering company that supplies into the Aerospace industry
  • Sound knowledge of AS9100 standards
  • Appreciation or basic knowledge of NADCAP would be beneficial
  • Practical understanding of APQP and associated tools & techniques used
  • Auditor trained - AS9100
  • In-depth understanding of quality standards and knowledge of Quality Management Systems with the ability to maintain and improve
  • Ability to provide tangible examples of performing continuous improvement activities using problem-solving tools such as; 8D reporting, Kaizen, Six Sigma etc.
  • Strong communicator with the confidence to liaise effectively with customers and suppliers, coupled with leading audits and customer site visits
  • Self-motivated and sincere bias for action and results-driven
  • Willingness to be involved in the day-to-day quality team as well as having the foresight to delegate where necessary
  • Confident in challenging the "status quo"


Our client is offering a truly exciting opportunity whereby you will have the chance to contribute significantly to the development and improvement of the company's quality function and ensure that the company continues to operate at the highest capacity. They are huge advocates of innovation, quality & continuous improvement, therefore, if you're looking for a company and role that will offer you a platform to take on a new challenge and implement new ways of thinking, we encourage you to apply.


About us

EMBS Engineering is a dedicated talent specialist that partners with some of the UK's most prestigious, advanced, precision engineering companies within the Aerospace, Automotive / Motorsport, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Green, Environmental and FMCG industries.

We’ll offer you expert support and advice throughout the process to ensure you select and secure a career-defining role.


Security clearance

Due to the nature of the work & industries supported within this position, candidates may be subject to requiring security clearances, therefore, our client is unable to support visa applications from residents outside of the UK. Only applications meeting this criteria will be considered.



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