Quality Control Manager

E3recruitment; Leek; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Employer Pension Contribution

Life Assurance

Enhanced Sick Pay

33 days Annual Leave

Long Service Awards

Job summary

E3 Recruitment is seeking a Quality Control Manager to lead and develop the QC function at the Leek site. You will oversee laboratory operations, ensure compliant testing and release of materials, and drive continuous improvement in quality systems.

The role requires managing budgets, forecasting, and coordinating with suppliers and customers to resolve quality issues and maintain high standards. Training and developing the QC team are essential components of the position.

Qualifications

• Lead and manage the site's QC system and laboratory operations, ensuring testing, inspection, and release of materials.
• Oversee QC resources, equipment maintenance, consumables, and budgeting, including forecasting.
• Develop and maintain QC team capability through coaching, training and competency management.

Responsibilities

• Manage product and material specifications and inspection data to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support supplier qualification activities for raw materials and collaborate with suppliers.
• Lead investigation and resolution of customer complaints with corrective actions.
• Support ISO 14001 environmental management system and internal audit program.

Skills

Quality control

Laboratory operations

Budget planning

Coaching and training

Regulatory compliance

Continuous improvement

Supplier qualification

Job description

Overview

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

• 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

Responsibilities

You will lead the site's 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.

Requirements

• Lead and manage the site's 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 site's ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, including environmental compliance activities and delivery of the internal audit programme

To apply for this Quality Control Manager opportunity, please submit your CV for review. Alternatively, contact Kate Wadsworth at E3 Recruitment for further information.