PDI and Quality Manager

GEMCO; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading garage equipment company in the UK seeks a PDI and Quality Manager. In this role, you will oversee the pre-sale operations and quality inspections of garage equipment. This requires strong technical skills in electro-mechanics, managing the PDI team, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The position includes benefits such as a company vehicle and healthcare plan, and it is essential to have attention to detail and robust communication skills.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

'Medicash' Healthcare Plan

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Company pension scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

New engineer referral programme up to £2,500

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a technical training department is preferred.
• Ability to commute between locations with a provided vehicle.
• Familiarity with quality control processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the PDI department to ensure quality inspections.
• Conduct product testing and manage CE approvals.
• Develop processes and procedures for PDI department.

Skills

Technical background in electro-mechanics

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Job description

Job Title: PDI and Quality Manager

Location: Time will be split between Winsford, Cheshire and Hebden Bridge, West Yorks

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

About The Company:

Gemco is the largest garage equipment company in the UK providing repair, maintenance, installation and sales solutions to a range of fast fit centres, dealerships, independent garages and commercial fleet operators.

About The Role:

We are committed to continuous improvement and as PDI (Pre‑Delivery Inspection) & Quality Manager you will be responsible for overseeing and optimising the pre‑sale operations for our range of garage equipment. You will oversee the process of equipment undergoing rigorous quality inspections and testing, to ensure that it will meet industry regulations and company standards and requirements, as well as meeting our customers' expectations. Working with several different departments and reporting directly to the Head of Technical & Training, you will also be responsible for managing the PDI team.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing the PDI department
• Responsible for the new product introduction process
• Conducting product testing, working with manufacturers for continuous improvements and R&D
• Managing CE / Government approvals to ensure the business and products are compliant
• Conducting regular equipment batch testing to ensure quality is maintained
• Providing technical feedback for marketing, sales and supplier development for warranty rates and continuous improvement
• Supporting marketing, sales and supplier development with technical recommendations and specifications for existing and new products
• Developing partnerships with key product suppliers / manufacturers / product managers
• Creating, updating and maintaining RAMS for new and existing products
• Creating processes and procedures for the PDI department
• Inspecting returned parts and equipment in line with warranty procedures
• Managing 'Quarantined' stock / repairs

About you

• You will need to be able to commute between our Head Office (Training Centre) and Warehousing sites (a vehicle will be supplied)
• Prior experience of working in or knowledge of a technical training department
• Strong technical background ideally in electro‑mechanics and experience working with a wide range of equipment
• Significant attention to detail and accuracy
• A good communicator, used to dealing with a wide variety of people using different methods
• Attend training as required by the role including, but not limited to, technical training first aid / fire marshal training

Benefits

• Company Vehicle
• 'Medicash' Healthcare Plan
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 26 days with service.
• Company sick pay (increasing with service)
• Company pension scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme (increasing with service)
• Bereavement leave
• New engineer referral programme paying up to £2,500 per referral

Please click the APPLY button to send your CV for this role, ideally to include a covering letter explaining why you feel that you would be suitable.

Gemco UK Ltd believes in equality of opportunity and will fairly consider all applicants regardless of gender, religious beliefs, ethnicity or sexual orientation.

Candidates with experience of Quality Control Manager, Technical Compliance Manager, New Product Introduction Manager, Equipment Quality Manager, PDI Team Lead, Production Quality Manager, Electro‑Mechanical Quality Manager, Technical Services Manager, Technical Standards Manager, Product Lifecycle Manager, Warranty and Quality Manager, Incoming Quality Control Manager, Technical Supervisor, Engineering Quality Lead, NPI Manager, Technical Operations Manager may also be considered.