Automotive Quality Manager

Netbox Recruitment Limited; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer is seeking a Quality Manager to elevate quality standards and drive continuous improvement. The role involves leading the Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001 : 2015, conducting audits, and fostering a quality culture. Candidates should have over 5 years' experience in a manufacturing or engineering setting, along with an ISO auditor certification. This opportunity offers a competitive salary up to £75,000 and is based in Maidstone, Kent.

Benefits

Benefits included

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading quality in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Proven success embedding LEAN and problem-solving methods.
• Analytical and data-driven mindset; experience with data visualization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance the company's Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001 : 2015.
• Drive a data-driven approach to identify trends and performance improvements.
• Conduct and oversee internal and supplier audits.

Skills

Leadership

Data-driven decision making

LEAN principles

ISO 9001 : 2015 Auditing

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

ISO 9001 : 2015 Senior Auditor certification

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Quality Manager - Driving Excellence Across a Global Manufacturing Leader

Kent, UK

Permanent role

Salary upto £75,000+ Benefits

Are you a passionate Quality Leader ready to elevate standards and inspire change?

A well-established UK-based manufacturer with a global footprint is seeking a dynamic Quality Manager to champion operational excellence, shape quality culture, and raise the bar across its manufacturing and engineering operations.

About the role of Quality Manager

This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing team within a business renowned for innovation, reliability, and customer excellence. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll lead the charge in embedding ISO 9001 : 2015 best practice, driving data-led decisions, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

You'll be the driving force behind quality assurance, compliance, and proactive improvement-balancing strategy with hands‑on leadership across production, engineering, supply chain, and service.

Key Focus Areas of Quality Manager

• Lead and enhance the company's Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO 9001 : 2015.
• Drive a data-driven approach to identify trends, mitigate risk, and drive performance improvements.
• Inspire teams to adopt LEAN, 5S, and Six Sigma principles, embedding quality into every stage of manufacturing.
• Conduct and oversee internal and supplier audits to the highest standards.
• Champion customer satisfaction through root‑cause analysis, corrective actions, and proactive engagement.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to define quality strategy, performance metrics, and continuous improvement roadmaps.

About You

You're an experienced Quality Manager or senior Quality professional from a manufacturing, engineering, or automotive background, with a passion for excellence and change leadership.

You'll bring :

• ISO 9001 : 2015 Senior Auditor certification (essential).
• 5+ years leading quality in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Proven success embedding LEAN, 8D, DMAIC, or A3 problem-solving methods.
• Strong communication and influencing skills – able to engage and inspire at every level.
• Analytical and data-driven mindset; Power BI or data visualisation experience is a plus.
• Confidence to lead change, challenge norms, and deliver measurable results.

If you would like to be part of a globally recognised organisation with a proud UK heritage, lead meaningful transformation within a supportive, forward‑thinking environment as well as influencing business performance at a strategic and operational level then apply today for a full brief on this opportunity.

Contact Sarah at Netbox on 01634 668 186 Option 2