Quality Manager

Quality Manager - Aerospace (AS9100) Location: Southend-on-Sea Salary: Up to £50,000 (DOE) Monday to Thursday - 4 Day Working Week Prime Appointments are working with a well-established aerospace manufacturer in Southend-on-Sea who are looking to appoint an experienced Quality Manager to lead their Quality and Inspection function. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident aerospace Quality professional who enjoys autonomy, leadership responsibility and driving standards within a precision manufacturing environment. If you have strong AS9100 knowledge, FAIR experience and have led inspection teams, this role offers real ownership and influence. The Role Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will act as the company's Quality Management Representative and take full responsibility for maintaining and improving the Quality Management System. Key responsibilities include: Managing and maintaining the AS9100 Quality Management System Leading and developing the Inspection team Acting as the main point of contact for all quality matters Creating and approving FAIR / LAIR documentation Overseeing calibration, testing and qualification processes Planning and conducting internal and external audits to ISO9100 / AS9100 standards Acting as Approved Signatory for release and inspection processes Managing VisualFAIR software training and compliance Driving continuous improvement initiatives Supporting management review meetings and business objectivesRequirements Proven aerospace sector experience (essential) Strong working knowledge of ISO 9100 / AS9100 First Article Inspection experience (FAIR / LAIR) Experience managing or supervising an inspection/quality team Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications Qualified to conduct internal and external audits Strong organisational and leadership skillsWhat's On Offer 4 day working week (Monday to Thursday) Christmas closure Pension plan Health Cash Plan Life Assurance Employee Assistance ProgrammeThis is a rare opportunity to secure a senior Quality role within aerospace while benefiting from a 4-day working week and long-term stability. If you are an experienced Aerospace Quality Manager and would like to be considered, please apply with your CV. For a confidential discussion, contact Lauren at Prime Appointments. #Tier1