Job Description

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APT Hosico delivers world class manufacturing solutions to customers across a range of industries, including aerospace, defence, medical and mining.

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Utilising state-of-the-art technologies, complex tooling, materials engineering and a range of manufacturing processes, APT Hosico specialises in difficult to manufacture products for mission critical environments.

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As part of our continued growth, we are establishing a new purpose-built advanced manufacturing facility in Pakenham to support expanding aerospace, defence and advanced manufacturing programs.

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We are seeking an experienced and driven Quality Manager to lead the Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety functions at our new Pakenham facility.

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Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer , you will be responsible for the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the site's Quality Management System and further development of the Company's environmental and safety policies, procedures and systems.

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Working closely with Production, Engineering and Supply Chain teams, you will ensure compliance with customer, regulatory and certification requirements while fostering a culture of quality, safety and continuous improvement throughout the business.

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This is a key leadership position that will play an integral role in the successful establishment and ongoing operation of our new advanced manufacturing facility.

Key responsibilities n

Lead the Quality, Environmental and Health & Safety functions for the Pakenham facility

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Maintain and continuously improve the company's integrated management system

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Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100 certification and customer-specific quality requirements

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Continue to develop and implement the Company's environmental and health & Safety policies, procedures and systems

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Lead internal audit programs and coordinate external certification and customer audits

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Manage corrective and preventive action processes and drive effective root cause investigations

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Monitor and report quality, environmental and safety performance metrics

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Manage customer quality issues, non-conformances and complaints through to resolution

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Lead risk assessments, environmental aspect assessments and workplace safety initiatives

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Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permits and licence requirements

About you n

Minimum 10 years manufacturing experience

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Minimum 5 years in a Quality leadership role, preferably in aerospace, defence, medical, automotive or other highly regulated industries

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Demonstrated experience maintaining and improving certified management systems

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Strong understanding of ISO 9001 requirements, with AS9100 strongly preferred

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Strong technical background eg engineering, machining, toolmaking

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Experience conducting internal audits and supporting external certification audits

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Strong understanding of quality assurance principles, root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies

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Experience managing non-conformances, corrective actions and customer quality issues

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Excellent written communication and documentation skills

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High attention to detail and strong organisational skills

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Strong leadership, coaching and stakeholder engagement capabilities

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Opportunity to join a growing Australian advanced manufacturing business

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Exposure to aerospace, defence and high-technology projects

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Chance to shape the Quality and EHS framework of a new purpose-built manufacturing facility

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Career development and leadership opportunities

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Modern purpose-built facility in Pakenham

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Supportive and collaborative leadership team

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Competitive remuneration package based on skills and experience

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📌 Quality manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Hosico Engineering
📍 Melbourne