Quality Control Manager

E3 Recruitment; Leek; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Employer Pension Contribution

Life Assurance Policy

Enhanced Sick Pay

33 days Annual Leave

Long Service Awards

Job summary

E3 Recruitment is sourcing a Quality Control Manager for a global chemical manufacturer in Leek, UK. The role leads the QC function, oversees laboratory operations, and drives compliance and continuous improvement across the site.

The successful candidate will manage QC resources, ensure regulatory alignment, and support supplier quality initiatives within a high-quality, safety-conscious manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Lead and manage the site QC system and laboratory operations to ensure compliant testing and release of materials.
• Oversee QC resources, equipment maintenance, consumables, and budget planning.
• Develop and maintain QC team capability via coaching and training and manage the QC competency matrix.
• Manage product and raw material specifications and concession processes for compliance.
• Support supplier approval activities and collaboration to maintain quality standards.
• Coordinate investigations and timely resolution of customer complaints with effective CAPA.
• Support the ISO 14001 EMS and internal audit programme.

Responsibilities

• Lead the QC team to ensure safe, compliant and efficient manufacturing.
• Drive continuous improvement across the site and resolve quality issues.
• Manage laboratory resources and testing to meet schedules and quality standards.
• Collaborate with suppliers to maintain material quality and specifications.

Skills

QC system management

Laboratory operations

Budget planning

Process improvement

Supplier quality

Tools

ISO 14001

Job description

A Quality Control Manager has become available, offering a salary of £40,000 - £45,000 (DOE) plus a competitive benefits package of up to 12% employer pension contribution, life assurance, enhanced sick pay, 33 days annual leave, long service awards and many more! This global chemical manufacturer specialises in high-quality speciality chemicals, supplying major brands across the fragrance, cosmetics, and personal care industries. They are seeking a Quality Control Manager to join their manufacturing team in Leek.

Salary and benefits available for Quality Control Manager

• Annual Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
• Up to 12% Employer Pension Contribution
• Days based role
• 33 days Annual Leave
• Life Assurance Policy
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Long Service Awards

Quality Control Manager Role Overview

You will lead the sites QC function, ensuring laboratory operations, testing activities, and quality systems support safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing. The role is responsible for developing the QC team, maintaining compliance with customer and regulatory requirements, managing laboratory resources, resolving quality issues, and driving continuous improvement across the site.

Skills and Experience Required from Quality Control Manager

• Lead and manage the sites QC system and laboratory operations, ensuring effective testing, inspection, and release of raw materials, intermediates, finished products, returns, waste, and environmental samples.
• Oversee QC laboratory resources, equipment maintenance, consumables, and budget planning, including monthly and annual forecasting to meet operational requirements.
• Develop and maintain QC team capability through coaching, training, competency management, and ownership of the QC Competency Matrix.
• Manage product and raw material specifications, inspection data, and concession processes to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.
• Support supplier approval activities for raw materials and collaborate with suppliers to maintain quality standards.
• Coordinate and support the investigation and timely resolution of customer complaints, driving effective corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Support the sites ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, including environmental compliance activities and delivery of the internal audit programme