M-CNC Precision Engineering
Quality Assurance Manager
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Quality Manager – Precision Engineering
Quality isn't just a department. It's your mindset.
M-CNC is a precision engineering business trusted by customers operating in some of the world’s most demanding industries. From aerospace and defence through to advanced engineering and high-specification manufacturing, quality is at the heart of everything we do.
The Opportunity
As we continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced Quality Manager to take ownership of our quality function, lead our talented quality team, and drive continuous improvement across the business.
This is a role for someone who thrives in a precision engineering environment and understands that when tolerances are measured in microns, there is no room for compromise.
If you've built your career within aerospace, defence, automotive, motorsport, or another highly regulated manufacturing sector, we’d love to hear from you.
About M-CNC
M-CNC has built a reputation for delivering complex precision machined components to exacting standards. Combining advanced CNC machining technology with a highly skilled workforce, we support customers where quality, consistency, and reliability are critical to success.
Our culture is built around:
- Continuous improvement
- Technical excellence
- Doing things the right way first time
The Opportunity (Continued)
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, your key responsibilities will include:
- Leading the quality strategy across the business
- Ensuring compliance with AS9100 standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement
- Acting as the primary point of contact for customers on all quality-related matters
- Managing audits, non-conformances, supplier quality performance, and ongoing Quality Management System development
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This is a highly visible leadership role where you’ll have genuine influence on operational performance, customer satisfaction, and business growth.
Responsibilities
Key Duties:
- Lead, develop, and mentor the Quality Team
- Maintain and enhance the AS9100 Quality Management System
- Host customer, supplier, and certification audits
- Manage internal, supplier, and customer non-conformance processes
- Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions
- Monitor quality KPIs and identify improvement opportunities
- Support supplier development and quality performance
- Act as the primary customer contact for quality concerns
- Advise on metrology, measurement techniques, and inspection best practice
- Work closely with leadership to reduce risk and improve operational performance
- Support business-wide continuous improvement initiatives
Requirements
Essential:
- Proven experience as a Quality Manager within a precision engineering or machining environment
- Background in aerospace, defence, automotive, motorsport, medical devices, or similarly regulated manufacturing sectors
- Strong knowledge of AS9100 experience required
- AS9100 Lead Auditor qualification (IRCA-certified)
- Experience leading customer, supplier and certification audits
- Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving capability
- Experience managing Quality Teams and developing people
- Customer-facing experience within a manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of metrology and inspection processes
- Commercial awareness and a continuous improvement mindset
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Desirable:
- NEBOSH qualification
- Supplier development experience
- Experience programming and using CMM (Coordinated Measuring Machine) equipment
- Experience completing AS9102 First Article Inspections, PPAP (Production Part Approval Process), and ISIR (International Specification for Raw Materials) documentation
Why Join M-CNC?
- Join a business where quality is genuinely valued, not just measured
- Shape quality standards across the organisation and influence business decisions
- Work alongside a leadership team committed to investing in people, processes, and technology
- Your expertise will make a visible impact every day
If you’re passionate about engineering excellence, apply today and help drive the next chapter of quality excellence at M-CNC.
This role is being managed by Blinker on behalf of M-CNC Precision Engineering.
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