Lead Quality Supervisor
Job in
Romsey, Hampshire County, SO51, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-14
Listing for:
Matchtech
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-14
Job specializations:
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers, Production QC/QA, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Permanent
Our client, a leading organisation in the aerospace industry, is currently seeking an experienced and proactive Lead Quality Supervisor to join their team. This permanent role will oversee day-to-day quality assurance and inspection activities, ensuring compliance with ISO
9001 and AS9100 Quality Management Systems. The role supports the manufacture of advanced composite components and assemblies for the aerospace market.
Key Responsibilities:
Quality System Maintenance & Compliance Ensure day-to-day compliance with ISO
9001 and AS9100 Quality Management System requirements
Maintain quality procedures, work instructions, inspection records, and supporting documentation
Support internal audits, customer audits, and external certification surveillance activities
Assist the external QMS provider during audits and system reviews
Ensure non-conformances are correctly recorded, managed, and closed promptly
Promote continuous improvement in quality processes and shop-floor practices
Inspection & Measurement Carry out hands-on dimensional inspection of composite components and assemblies throughout manufacture
Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and specifications
Produce accurate inspection reports, measurement records, and quality documentation
Define, maintain, and apply inspection plans and acceptance criteria for manufactured components
Operate a range of inspection and metrology equipment, including:
Verniers and micrometers, Height gauges and surface tables, Go/No-Go gauges, Digital measuring systems, 3D scanning equipment and associated software
Ensure all measuring equipment is correctly calibrated, maintained, and fit for use Support First Article Inspection (FAI) and product validation activities
Product Transfer & Cross-Site Quality Inspect and verify products transferring from the UK to Turkish production
Ensure dimensional conformity and quality standards are met before transfer
Support inspection and validation of products received from Turkey before delivery
Ensure consistent application of acceptance criteria across UK and Turkish operations
Support quality alignment between sites through shared inspection standards and practices
Non-Conformance & Continuous Improvement Raise, investigate, and manage non-conformance reports (NCRs)
Lead or support root cause analysis activities using structured quality tools
Implement and verify the effectiveness of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
Identify recurring quality issues and support improvement initiatives
Work closely with Engineering and Production teams to reduce defects and improve process capability
Job Requirements:
Proven experience in a Quality Supervisor, Senior Inspector, or Quality Engineer role within aerospace, advanced composites, or high-performance manufacturing
Experience inspecting composite components and assemblies is highly desirable
Knowledge of aircraft interior manufacturing or aerospace composite processes
Strong experience maintaining and working within ISO
9001 and AS9100 Quality Management Systems in an aerospace manufacturing environment is required
Experience supporting internal, customer, and certification audits with a strong understanding of AS9100 requirements
Strong practical inspection and metrology experience
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, composite specifications, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
Experience using precision measuring equipment and inspection software
Experience with 3D scanning, CMM inspection, or advanced metrology systems would be advantageous
Strong experience in non-conformance management, root cause analysis, and CAPA processes
Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Competent in Microsoft Office and quality management documentation systems
If you are an experienced Lead Quality Supervisor looking to advance your career in the aerospace sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team working on exciting and technically advanced projects.
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