Head of Production & Quality

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Birmingham is seeking a dynamic Head of Production and Quality to join their leadership team. This pivotal role involves overseeing production and quality departments, ensuring that targets align with customer expectations and business objectives. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a fast-paced environment, along with essential certifications such as IOSH and IATF Auditor. With a competitive salary and excellent benefits including a car allowance and private medical insurance, this opportunity offers a chance to significantly impact the company's future success. If you are passionate about operational excellence and quality, we encourage you to apply today.

Benefits

Car allowance or company car

Private medical insurance

Early finish Fridays

Company pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fast-paced production and quality environments.
• IOSH trained and certified IATF Auditor.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations in Production and Quality departments.
• Lead and support Business Area Managers across production and quality.
• Manage IATF business system and internal audit programmes.

Skills

Leadership

Production Management

Quality Assurance

Continuous Improvement

Customer Service

Conflict Resolution

Education

IOSH Certification

IATF Auditor Certification

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05.05.2025

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Job Description:

Head of Production & Quality

£70,000- £80,000 + car and excellent benefits

Birmingham

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Production and Quality to join a well-established manufacturer based in Birmingham. This is a full-time, senior leadership role offering a competitive salary and the chance to play a pivotal part in the future success of the business.

The Role:

As a key member of the on-site leadership team, you will oversee both the Production and Quality departments, ensuring delivery and quality targets are met in line with customer expectations and business objectives. Working closely with other department heads, you'll help drive performance, implement improvements, and uphold the company's vision and values.

Key Responsibilities:

" Act as a core member of the leadership team, collaborating to achieve company goals

" Lead and support Business Area Managers across production and quality

" Oversee daily operations in both Production and Quality departments

" Hold regular production reviews to ensure output aligns with planning

" Identify labour requirements and manage resource planning

" Act as key customer contact for escalated concerns

" Manage IATF business system and internal audit programmes

" Develop and manage department budgets (Production, Quality, Maintenance)

" Ensure 5C standards are maintained throughout the factory

" Work closely with Sales to support customer delivery and quality needs

" Support new product and process introductions into manufacturing

" Promote and uphold all Health & Safety standards in production areas

" Identify risks and communicate with senior leadership

" Support, develop, and create succession plans for your teams

What We're Looking For:

" Proven experience in a fast-paced production and quality environment

" IOSH trained (essential)

" Experience in managing machining, assembly and test operations

" Certified IATF Auditor

" Strong customer-facing skills, particularly around escalations and improvement initiatives

" Hands-on experience in manufacturing, ideally machining and assembly

" Skilled in driving continuous improvement strategies

" Confident communicator with strong leadership and conflict resolution skills

Salary & Location:

" Based in Birmingham

" 39 hours per week

“ Car allowance or company car

“ Private medical insurance

" Early finish Fridays

" Company pension

If you're a dynamic leader with a passion for operational excellence and quality, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to discuss this exciting opportunity in confidence. Contact Hayley Whitehead at Pertemps Birmingham.