Head of Quality

Russell Taylor Group Ltd; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing business in Birkenhead is seeking a Head of Quality to lead QA and QC functions. The position involves ensuring compliance, driving improvements, and managing a high-performing team. The ideal candidate should have a strong QA/QC background and leadership skills. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary of up to £52,000 plus bonuses.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Performance bonus scheme

Opportunity for strategy influence

Qualifications

• Strong background in QA/QC within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership and people management experience.
• Familiarity with GMP, ISO, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the QA and QC teams, promoting high standards.
• Ensure manufacturing compliance with internal quality procedures.
• Coordinate daily QC operations and product release activities.
• Conduct internal audits and develop SOPs.

Skills

Strong background in QA/QC within a regulated manufacturing environment

Proven leadership and people management experience

Familiarity with GMP, ISO, and regulatory compliance

Skilled in CAPA management, audits, and data-driven improvement

Confident communicator with excellent problem-solving abilities

Job description

Head of Quality
Birkenhead
Full-Time, Permanent
Manufacturing - Healthcare, Personal Care, Technical
Up to £52,000 plus Bonus

We're supporting a well-established manufacturing business in Birkenhead in their search for a Head of Quality to lead both their Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions. This senior role offers the opportunity to shape site-wide quality performance, drive improvement initiatives, and manage a high-performing team.

The Role:

• Lead and develop the QA and QC teams, promoting high standards and accountability
• Ensure manufacturing compliance with internal quality procedures and industry standards
• Coordinate daily QC operations and product release activities
• Work cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues and implement CAPAs
• Conduct internal audits, develop SOPs, and support raw material inspections
• Train operational staff on quality expectations, tools, and best practice
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and in-line process ownership within production
• Monitor KPIs, generate reports, and provide insights for site-wide performance

What We're Looking For:

• Strong background in QA/QC within a regulated manufacturing environment
• Proven leadership and people management experience
• Familiarity with GMP, ISO, and regulatory compliance
• Skilled in CAPA management, audits, and data-driven improvement
• Confident communicator with excellent problem-solving abilities

What's On Offer:

• Competitive base salary
• Performance bonus scheme
• Permanent, full-time role in a business with a broad product offering across multiple sectors
• Opportunities to influence strategy and lead a well-established team

Looking to step into a senior quality leadership role with real site-wide influence? Apply now.



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