Quality Lead

Woodlands Home & Garden Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing UK manufacturing firm in Leeds seeks a Quality Lead to enhance product quality across operations. Responsibilities include leading shop-floor activities, establishing shop-floor standards, and resolving quality issues. The ideal candidate has manufacturing experience, strong analytical skills, and a proactive attitude. This role offers competitive salary and various employee benefits including a holiday purchase scheme, generous discounts, and an employee assistance program.

Benefits

28 days holiday with service-length increase

Generous staff discount on products

Internal reward & recognition scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual performance bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily shop-floor quality activities.
• Define and implement shop-floor standards.
• Identify and resolve quality issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Adaptability in fast-changing environments

Job description

Quality Lead

Woodlands Home & Garden Group | Leeds | £35,038 per year (estimated)

Company Overview

Woodlands Home & Garden Group is a growing UK manufacturing and distribution business best known for our Tiger Sheds brand garden buildings and home improvement products. We design, manufacture, and deliver high-quality timber buildings across the UK. With multiple sites and in-house production, we focus on continuous improvement, operational excellence, and investing in people as we grow.

Role Overview

The Quality Lead is responsible for improving product and service quality across operations. Through strong shop‑floor presence, clear standards, effective problem solving, and practical support to teams, this role focuses on reducing defects, rework, complaints, and service failures. The role embeds quality into everyday working practices and ensures root‑cause resolution. The Quality Lead works closely with production, supply chain, logistics, and aftercare teams to build consistency, accountability, and pride in quality across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily shop‑floor quality activities and tool usage.
• Define and implement shop‑floor standards and procedures.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve quality issues at root cause.
• Collaborate with production, supply chain and logistics to embed quality practices.
• Track and report quality metrics and trends.
• Coach and develop team members on quality principles.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a manufacturing environment (essential).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive, high energy, and fast‑changing environment comfort.

Benefits

• 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) with service‑length increase.
• Holiday purchase scheme (up to 5 extra days per year).
• Generous staff discount on DIY store products and garden buildings.
• Workwear provided.
• Internal reward & recognition scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Funded Annual Costco Membership.
• Employee Assistance Programme – free 24/7 support & advice.
• Annual performance bonus & tax‑free EOT bonus.
• Attendance draw & recommend a friend programme.
• Free off‑site parking.
• On‑site canteen and facilities with free hot drink available.

How to Apply

We want to hear from real‑world experienced candidates with the right attitude and drive to grow. Please apply with an up‑to‑date CV and contact details. Successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK and references on request.