Production/Quality Team Lead

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering seeks a Production/Quality Team Lead in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves managing a quality inspection team, implementing risk-based methodologies, and fostering a strong quality culture. This permanent position offers a competitive salary, a car allowance, and additional benefits in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Car allowance

Bonus

Excellent benefits

Dynamic and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated production environment.
• Proven leadership ability in quality inspection.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Quality Inspection Team.
• Implement risk-based inspection methodology.
• Oversee non-conformance reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Health & Safety

Tools

JIRA ITS

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Location:

newcastle-upon-tyne, tyne and wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Production/Quality Team Lead – London - £55,000 + Car Allow. + Bonus + Ex. Bens. - Permanent

Primary Purpose:

My client is looking for an experienced Team Leader or Supervisor with a solid background in Production within a highly regulated Engineering environment to lead a team of Quality Inspectors, ensuring compliance with industry standards and fostering a strong quality culture, overseeing inspection processes, implementing risk-based methodologies, and managing non-conformance reporting. This role includes people management, covering training, performance, and well-being assessments to ensure a safe and efficient workplace.

• Competitive salary and excellent package
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to play a pivotal role supporting the delivery of critical global infrastructure.
• Chance to work for a company manufacturing cutting-edge technologies with a global impact.

**Core Hours: 42 Hours per week – 07.00 start – 42 hours per week, option to split across 4 or 5 days (Mon-Fri)**

Responsibilities:

• Lead and Manage the Quality Inspection Team – Oversee inspectors, ensure adequate resources, and maintain high performance standards.
• Implement Risk-Based Inspection Methodology – Apply 100% inspection for high-risk items and sample inspections for low-risk items.
• Oversee Non-Conformance Reporting – Identify and report non-conforming products using JIRA ITS, ensuring timely resolution.
• Drive a Strong Quality Culture – Set inspection standards, promote adherence to specifications, and ensure a zero-tolerance approach to defects.
• Manage People and Performance – Handle training, development, absence management, and employee relations while fostering a supportive work environment.
• Support Continuous Improvement Initiatives – Lead quality-related improvement projects and ensure process enhancements.
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams – Work closely with Manufacturing, Stores, Engineering, HR, and Supplier Quality to maintain inspection integrity and efficiency.

Requirements

• Quality Culture: Background of working in a highly regulated production environment with a strong culture of maintaining high standards of Quality
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and manage a quality inspection team, coupled with excellent communication, empathy, and flexibility to handle diverse teams and workplace challenges.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to drive process improvements, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Health & Safety: Commitment to risk assessments, safe work practices, and ensuring team well-being.

How to apply:

To apply for this excellent opportunity, please send your CV via Linkedin for review.