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Quality Manager

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ 50,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bournemouth

Expire in: 21 days

Job Description

Quality Manager – Bournemouth – £50,000 to £55,000 

If you’re an experienced Quality Manager looking for full ownership of quality across a precision engineering environment, this role offers the autonomy to make a real impact. You’ll be the go-to person for all quality matters, driving standards, improving processes, and ensuring compliance across the business.

 This is a well-established engineering and manufacturing business based in Bournemouth, operating within regulated industries, with a strong focus on precision, compliance, and continuous improvement. The business holds key industry certifications and is committed to maintaining and developing its quality standards across all operations.

 As Quality Manager, you’ll take full responsibility for quality across products and processes. Reporting directly to senior leadership, you’ll lead quality strategy, manage audits, and ensure all certifications and compliance requirements are met. You’ll also act as the main point of contact for customer and supplier quality matters.
 
Day-to-Day Responsibilities of a Quality Manager:
Manage and maintain Quality Management Systems (AS9100, ISO14001, NADCAP)
Ensure ongoing compliance with all relevant certifications
Lead internal and external audits, including customers and accreditation bodies
Manage non-conformances, including root cause analysis and corrective actions
Oversee the Quality Inspection department, including equipment and processes
Mentor and support Quality Inspectors
Act as primary contact for customer and supplier quality issues
Produce quality reports, including supplier performance and NCR trends
Support new accreditations and continuous improvement initiatives
Communicate quality requirements across the businessWhat They’re Looking For in a Quality Manager:
Proven experience as a Quality Manager or similar role
Strong knowledge of AS9100, ISO14001, and NADCAP standards
Experience managing audits and compliance frameworks
Background in non-conformance management and root cause analysis
Strong communication skills across all levels
High attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Experience working within engineering or manufacturing environmentsDesirable:
NADCAP audit experience
Knowledge of welding, fabrication, or CNC machining
Experience reporting on supplier performance and OTIFWhat’s on Offer:
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000
25 days holiday + bank holidays (with hourly flexibility)
Company pension (4.5% contribution) + death in service (3x)
39-hour week with early finish on Fridays
Core hours: 07:30–16:30 Mon–Thurs, 07:30–12:30 Fri (flexible start at 06:30/07:00)
Free onsite parking
Cycle to Work scheme
Overtime paid at 1.5x (where applicable)
Full autonomy over the quality function
Senior-level exposure and influenceFor more information or to apply, contact Ian at Holt Engineering:
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