Autonomous Quality Lead — QMS & Compliance Champion

Orion Electrotech Ltd; Dudley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy

Strategic impact

Senior exposure

Independent work

Cross-functional influence

Job summary

Orion Electrotech Ltd in Dudley is seeking a standalone Quality Manager to own the Quality Management System, drive continuous improvement and ensure ISO compliance within a busy manufacturing environment. This role has no direct reports; you’ll influence quality across production, engineering, suppliers and customers, taking accountability for audits, procedures and training.

The ideal candidate will have a strong QA/QMS background and an autonomous approach to shaping quality standards from

Qualifications

• Strong background in Quality Assurance and Quality Management Systems.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001 quality standards.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP and FMEA methodologies.
• Experience dealing with suppliers and customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead, maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Develop and update quality procedures, policies, manuals and standard operating practices.
• Organise and manage internal audit programmes and corrective action systems.
• Host and support external audits and accreditation activities.
• Conduct supplier audits and support supplier development initiatives.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions relating to quality issues.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to improve processes and product quality.
• Support new product introductions and ensure supplier quality standards are achieved.
• Deliver quality-related training and promote best practice across the business.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and support ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Management Systems

APQP/PPAP/FMEA

Supplier & Customer relations

Job description

Orion Electrotech Ltd in Dudley is seeking a standalone Quality Manager to own the Quality Management System, drive continuous improvement and ensure ISO compliance within a busy manufacturing environment. This role has no direct reports; you’ll influence quality across production, engineering, suppliers and customers, taking accountability for audits, procedures and training.

The ideal candidate will have a strong QA/QMS background and an autonomous approach to shaping quality standards from