Compliance & Quality Technician

Perfect Placement UK Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Holiday entitlement

Maternity/Paternity leave

Wellness programmes

24HR GP access

Uniform provided

Death in service

Overtime

CPD support

Job summary

Perfect Placement UK Ltd in Manchester seeks a Compliance & Quality Technician to uphold regulatory and quality standards across automotive/manufacturing contexts. You will manage type approvals, maintain records, and contribute to ongoing QMS improvements with audits and CAPA processes.

The role requires strong ISO 9001 knowledge, analytical and documentation skills, and the ability to liaise with auditors. CPD and progression opportunities are offered within a busy industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with type approval, homologation, or product certification in the automotive or manufacturing sectors.
• Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems, specifically ISO 9001, and relevant compliance legislation.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and organisational skills.
• Confident communication skills to liaise with internal teams and external auditors.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Relevant certifications such as ISO Lead Auditor or CQI/IRCA are highly desirable.
• Experience with CAPA systems, risk management tools, or regulatory reporting is advantageous.
• Salary note: 32,000 per annum with 07:00–16:30 Mon–Thu and 07:00–15:30 Fridays.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Type Approvals and vehicle compliance records, ensuring documentation accuracy and currency.
• Develop and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) whilst ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
• Conduct internal audits to identify non-conformities and support corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Prepare compliance reports for senior management and assist with external audits and inspections.
• Review and update policies and procedures in response to evolving regulatory frameworks such as ISO standards and GDPR.
• Support risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate operational risks.
• Deliver or coordinate staff training programmes to enhance regulatory awareness and promote continuous improvement.
• Support process optimisation initiatives whilst maintaining compliance.

Skills

Type approval

Homologation

Product certification

ISO 9001

Regulatory compliance

Analytical

Documentation

Organisational skills

Communication

Independent working

Prioritisation

ISO Lead Auditor

CQI/IRCA

CAPA

Risk management

Regulatory reporting

Tools

CAPA systems

Risk management tools

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Compliance & Quality Technician to join a reputable organisation based in Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals experienced in regulatory compliance and quality assurance within the automotive or manufacturing sectors.

The ideal individual will be committed to maintaining high standards and ensuring adherence to industry regulations.

Benefits of the Compliance & Quality Technician

• Salary of £32,000 per annum - 44-hour week with early finishes on Fridays
• Opportunities for career progression within a leading industry company
• Generous holiday entitlement, including bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave policies
• Access to wellness programmes and Employee Assistance Programmes, including 24HR GP access
• Uniform provided
• Death in service benefit for added peace of mind
• Opportunities for overtime
• Support for continuous professional development

Duties of the Compliance & Quality Technician

• Maintain Type Approvals and vehicle compliance records, ensuring documentation accuracy and currency
• Develop and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) whilst ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards
• Conduct internal audits to identify non-conformities and support corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Prepare compliance reports for senior management and assist with external audits and inspections
• Review and update policies and procedures in response to evolving regulatory frameworks such as ISO standards and GDPR
• Support risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate operational risks
• Deliver or coordinate staff training programmes to enhance regulatory awareness and promote continuous improvement
• Support process optimisation initiatives whilst maintaining compliance

Requirements of the Compliance & Quality Technician

• Proven experience with type approval, homologation, or product certification in the automotive or manufacturing sectors
• Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems, specifically ISO 9001, and relevant compliance legislation
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and organisational skills
• Confident communication skills to effectively liaise with internal teams and external auditors
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and proactively contribute to continuous improvement
• Relevant certifications such as ISO Lead Auditor or CQI/IRCA are highly desirable
• Experience with CAPA systems, risk management tools, or regulatory reporting is advantageous
• This opportunity offers a salary of £32,000 per annum with working hours from 07:00 to 16:30, Monday to Thursday, and 07:00 to 15:30 on Fridays.

The Compliance & Quality Technician is ideal for dedicated professionals passionate about maintaining high quality and regulatory standards in the automotive industry.

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