Quality Assurance Manager

Staffline Recruitment (NI) Ltd.; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in high-voltage electronics is seeking a Quality Assurance & Quality Systems Manager in Northern Ireland. This key leadership role involves ensuring compliance with ISO standards, driving continuous improvement, and embedding quality best practices throughout the organization. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of relevant experience and strong stakeholder engagement skills, alongside qualifications in engineering or quality management.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

31 days annual leave including public holidays

Modern and supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Systems in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems and tools.
• Proven track record of managing quality performance and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality performance and ensure compliance across the organization.
• Maintain and improve ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
• Oversee product quality during the manufacturing process.
• Manage customer quality concerns and resolve issues promptly.

Skills

Quality tools: FMEA

Quality tools: SPC

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Engineering or Quality Management

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor (or equivalent)

Six Sigma Green Belt

Job description

Quality Assurance & Quality Systems Manager

Date : October 2025

Overview

A leading manufacturer of high-voltage electronic components for industrial, medical, defence, and energy applications is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance & Quality Systems Manager. This role will lead quality performance across the organisation, ensuring compliance, driving continuous improvement, and embedding a strong quality culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, monitor, and improve ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
• Lead internal and external audits and ensure timely closure of actions.
• Review, update, and implement quality procedures, policies, and work instructions.
• Oversee product quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Manage non-conformance investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Facilitate structured problem-solving, including 8D and root-cause analysis.
• Manage customer quality concerns, ensuring timely resolution and communication.
• Develop supplier quality performance through engagement and issue resolution.
• Prepare and present quality metrics and reports to senior management and customers.
• Lead lean and Six Sigma improvement initiatives across production and support teams.
• Identify improvement opportunities to increase product reliability and reduce waste.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to embed quality best practice.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related discipline.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor (or equivalent).
• Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Quality Assurance / Quality Systems within manufacturing (electronics or precision engineering advantageous).
• Strong understanding of quality tools : FMEA, SPC, control plans, audit processes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Working Hours

• Monday - Thursday : 08 : 00 - 16 : 30
• Friday : 08 : 00 - 15 : 00
• Overtime may be required during peak demand.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 31 days annual leave including public holidays.
• Modern, safe, and supportive working environment.

Competitive Salary Pension Scheme

Opportunity

This is a key leadership position with scope to influence quality strategy and support ongoing growth, innovation, and operational excellence within the business.

Skills

Quality Communication Management