Quality Manager

Anne Corder Recruitment; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Death in Service Life Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Referral Scheme

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Anne Corder Recruitment is seeking a Quality Manager to lead the Quality Engineering and Technician teams at a Barnsley manufacturing site. You will drive continuous improvement, audits and supplier quality management to ensure top-tier product quality and customer satisfaction.

You will manage ISO 9001 processes, implement corrective actions, and work cross-functionally with Engineering, Production and Procurement. A strong Lean/Six Sigma background and leadership experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Quality Management, Engineering or a related technical discipline (Level 4 or above preferred).
• Proven leadership experience within a quality management role in manufacturing, engineering, automotive or aerospace sectors.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and auditing processes.
• Excellent understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA and other advanced quality planning tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience interpreting statistical data and quality performance measures.
• Ability to influence and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the business.
• Experience managing supplier quality assurance programmes and driving supplier performance improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and mentor the Quality Engineering and Quality Technician teams, ensuring high performance and adherence to quality standards and procedures.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, root cause analysis and preventative action across manufacturing, engineering and supplier operations.
• Manage and maintain the Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001 requirements, including internal audits, compliance activities and corrective action programmes.
• Monitor, analyse and report key quality metrics, implementing improvement plans to enhance product quality, manufacturing performance and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee supplier quality management, including audits, performance reviews, corrective actions, APQP activities and PPAP approvals.
• Lead structured problem-solving initiatives using industry-standard tools such as 8D, Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, Pareto Analysis, Fishbone Diagrams and Process Capability Studies.
• Manage inspection, calibration and measurement systems to ensure accuracy, compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Procurement and other stakeholders to support new product introduction and ongoing process improvement.
• Ensure effective containment, investigation and resolution of customer and internal quality concerns.
• Champion a proactive quality culture focused on prevention rather than correction.

Skills

Leadership

Quality improvement

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Statistical analysis

ISO 9001 knowledge

Education

Quality Management / Engineering degree (Level 4 or above)

Tools

APQP

PPAP

8D problem solving

Process capability

Job description

Quality Manager - Barnsley - Up to £70,000 + Benefits

Are you an experienced Quality Manager with a strong background in manufacturing, engineering, automotive or aerospace environments? We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Quality Manager to lead quality assurance and continuous improvement activities within a modern manufacturing operation in Barnsley.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation with a reputation for innovation, quality and operational excellence. As Quality Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving company-wide quality standards, leading a dedicated team of Quality Engineers and Technicians, and ensuring products, processes and suppliers consistently meet the highest standards of compliance, performance and customer satisfaction.

Quality Manager's Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop and mentor the Quality Engineering and Quality Technician teams, ensuring high performance and adherence to quality standards and procedures.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, root cause analysis and preventative action across manufacturing, engineering and supplier operations.
• Manage and maintain the Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001 requirements, including internal audits, compliance activities and corrective action programmes.
• Monitor, analyse and report key quality metrics, implementing improvement plans to enhance product quality, manufacturing performance and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee supplier quality management, including audits, performance reviews, corrective actions, APQP activities and PPAP approvals.
• Lead structured problem-solving initiatives using industry-standard tools such as 8D, Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, Pareto Analysis, Fishbone Diagrams and Process Capability Studies.
• Manage inspection, calibration and measurement systems to ensure accuracy, compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Procurement and other stakeholders to support new product introduction and ongoing process improvement.
• Ensure effective containment, investigation and resolution of customer and internal quality concerns.
• Champion a proactive quality culture focused on prevention rather than correction.

Skills & Experience Required as a Quality Manager:

• Qualification in Quality Management, Engineering or a related technical discipline (Level 4 or above preferred).
• Proven leadership experience within a quality management role in manufacturing, engineering, automotive or aerospace sectors.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and auditing processes.
• Excellent understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA and other advanced quality planning tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience interpreting statistical data and quality performance measures.
• Ability to influence and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the business.
• Experience managing supplier quality assurance programmes and driving supplier performance improvements.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Self-motivated, results-driven and capable of leading teams through change and improvement initiatives.

Benefits Package:

• Annual performance-related bonus.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
• 5% contributory pension scheme.
• Healthcare benefits scheme.
• Death in Service Life Insurance.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Employee Referral Scheme.
• Subsidised refreshments.
• Free onsite parking.
• Long-term career development opportunities within a growing business.

If this Quality Manager opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you and look forward to discussing your application in more detail.