Assistant Quality Manager

Bamford Contract Services Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in the UK seeks an Assistant Quality Manager to enhance product and process quality across multiple sites. This role suits Quality Engineers or Managers ready for wider responsibilities and career advancement. Candidates must possess a relevant engineering degree, experience in plastics manufacturing, and strong skills in data analysis and problem-solving. Competitive salary and opportunities for career progression are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Exposure to senior leadership

Clear progression pathway into senior management

Qualifications

• Strong background in plastics manufacturing, preferably in injection moulding.
• Qualified ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 Internal Auditor is essential.
• Practical experience with IATF 16949 core tools like APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve product and process quality standards.
• Lead and manage customer quality issues, including root cause analysis.
• Support and conduct internal and external audits for ISO and IATF compliance.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Data analysis

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Hands-on leader

Education

Engineering Degree / HND or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Assistant Quality Manager

£40,000 – £45,000 per annum

Manufacturing | Automotive | Plastics | ISO | IATF

Location: Rochdale (Multi-Site)

Job Type: Permanent | Full Time

A well‑established, high‑volume automotive & plastics manufacturing business supplying Tier 1 and blue‑chip customers is seeking an Assistant Quality Manager to support quality assurance activities across multiple UK sites. Due to continued growth and new product introductions (NPI), this role offers an excellent opportunity for a Quality Engineer or Quality Manager looking to step into a broader, business‑wide position with clear career progression.

Assistant Quality Manager Role

Reporting to the Quality / Process Manager, you will play a key role in driving product and process quality, supporting manufacturing operations, and maintaining compliance with ISO and IATF standards. You will be highly visible across the business, working closely with manufacturing, customers, and suppliers to deliver continuous improvement.

Assistant Quality Manager Key Responsibilities

• Develop and improve product and process quality standards for new and existing products
• Act as a core member of the NPI team, supporting internal and external approvals (APQP / PPAP)
• Lead and manage customer quality issues, including root cause analysis, corrective actions, and closure
• Track and report cost of poor quality (COPQ) and financial impacts
• Conduct customer and supplier visits as required
• Lead process mapping, SOP creation, and manufacturing work instructions
• Support and conduct internal and external audits (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, IATF 16949)
• Monitor customer scorecards and develop KPI reporting for senior management
• Assist with the day‑to‑day leadership and development of the quality team

Assistant Quality Manager Requirements

• Engineering Degree / HND or equivalent industry experience
• Strong background in plastics manufacturing (injection moulding preferred)
• Qualified ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 Internal Auditor
• Practical experience with IATF 16949 core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA)
• Proven experience in a Quality Engineer or Quality Manager role
• Experience within Tier 1 automotive or blue‑chip manufacturing environments
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop semi‑skilled teams
• Strong data analysis, KPI reporting, and problem‑solving skills
• High IT literacy (Microsoft Office, ERP systems, customer portals)
• Full UK driving licence and passport (travel required)
• Right to work in the UK

Assistant Quality Manager Skills & Personal Attributes

• Calm, structured, and methodical approach
• Hands‑on leader with a continuous improvement mindset
• Strong attention to detail with a data‑driven approach
• Excellent communication skills at all levels
• Knowledge of injection moulding, paint finishing, and assembly processes

Why Apply for this Assistant Quality Manager role?

• Join a stable, growing manufacturer with long‑term automotive contracts
• Exposure to senior leadership and strategic quality initiatives
• Clear progression pathway into senior quality management
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• CVs reviewed daily - apply today
• All applications handled in strict confidence