Laboratory Quality Manager (UK)

AHK Group; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Alfred H Knight in Liverpool, UK is seeking a Laboratory Quality Manager to lead the QMS within the group QHSE function, ensuring ISO 17025/ISO 9001 compliance and supporting accreditation commitments.

You will manage day‑to‑day quality standards at the AHK Laboratory, develop quality KPIs, roll out IQMS, and collaborate with management to deliver client service and continuous improvement.

Overseas travel may be required, typically up to two weeks per trip.

Qualifications

• Experience operating within an accredited laboratory QMS (ISO 17025) and knowledge of the AHKI QMS.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025, ISO 9001 and related quality standards.
• Understanding of UKAS accreditation requirements.
• Adaptable, team player with strong communication and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee QMS and ensure alignment with quality standards.
• Develop and monitor quality KPIs and rollout IQMS.
• Collaborate with laboratory management to meet accreditation commitments.
• Lead continuous improvement and provide training as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Timekeeping

Problem solving

Planning

Education

HNC/HND or science degree related to quality

Tools

IQMS

Job description

Alfred H Knight is seeking a Laboratory Quality Manager (UK) to join our team in Liverpool, UK.

Operating within the group QHSE team, our team is dedicated to maintaining and developing the Quality Management System (QMS) at the AHK Laboratory. The QHSE function oversees performance and promotes continuous improvement across the entire global AHK business. Key responsibilities include administering Group Quality control and assurance initiatives, establishing quality KPIs, rolling out and implementing IQMS, and supporting the delivery of Quartz across all business operations.

Functionally reporting to the Group Quality Manager and locally to the Laboratory Manager, you will oversee the QMS and manage day-to-day quality standards at the AHK Laboratory. You will ensure that all processes align with AHK management, relevant quality standards, and local accreditation requirements, while achieving laboratory Quality KPIs. In addition, you will collaborate closely with laboratory management teams to fulfill AHK Group obligations, client service delivery, and accreditation commitments.

ABOUT US

Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.

We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrable experience operating within an accredited laboratory QMS (e.g., ISO/IEC 17025) and the ability to rapidly acquire working knowledge of the AHKI QMS upon appointment.
• Functional knowledge of and understanding of the requirements pertaining to ISO 17025 & ISO 9001 and other relevant quality management standards.
• Functional knowledge and understanding of UKAS accreditation requirements.
• Adaptable.
• Team player.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Good timekeeping.
• Proven leadership and management skills.
• Strong communication skills, spanning written, verbal, and presentation formats.
• Strong organisational and follow-up capabilities.
• Competent in problem solving, team building, planning, and decision making.

Required Work Experience

• 5 years minimum experience of developing and maintaining QMS in relation to ISO 17025 and ISO 9001 accreditation.
• Experience in classical inorganic analytical chemistry, specific to metal and mineral commodities will be advantageous.

Required Qualifications

• HNC, HND, or university related degree in Quality or other Science based degree.

Travel

• Overseas travel, generally no more than two weeks per trip, may be required at times.

BENEFITS

We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.

Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.