Quality Executive Manager

Michael Page; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a quality management professional to drive standardization and improvements in a major footwear manufacturing firm. The role involves participating in trials, developing strategies, conducting audits, and using data tools like Minitab and Tableau. Ideal candidates will have a background in quality, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with manufacturing processes. This position offers a chance to make a real impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• Understanding of QMS, PFMEA, SOPs, and digital quality tools.
• Experience in footwear or manufacturing industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive standardization of QA manuals and SOPs.
• Participate in trials and assess quality requirements.
• Develop inspection strategies and monitor new model performance.
• Conduct audits and support cross-functional improvements.

Skills

Quality assurance principles

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Process improvement

Education

Background in quality, manufacturing, or engineering

Tools

Minitab

Tableau

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is one of the largest global suppliers to a leading sportswear brand, known for its innovation and excellence in footwear manufacturing. Ideal environment for quality professionals who want to make a real impact.

Job Description

• Driving standardization of QA manuals, SOPs, and QMS digitalization


• Participating in trials for new materials and processes, and assessing quality requirements


• Developing inspection strategies using PFMEA and key process controls


• Monitoring new model performance and adjusting inspection plans accordingly


• Conducting audits, analyzing quality data, and supporting cross-functional improvements


• Managing SPC tools and dashboards (e.g., Minitab, Tableau) for data tracking and reporting

The Successful Applicant

• Has a background in quality, manufacturing, or engineering


• Is familiar with QMS, PFMEA, SOPs, and digital quality tools


• Has strong analytical and communication skills


• Enjoys working across teams and driving process improvements


• Experience in footwear or manufacturing industries is a plus