Quality Manager

Hunter Savage; Coleraine; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing organisation in Northern Ireland seeks an experienced Quality Manager to oversee and improve their Quality Management System. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in quality roles, with a strong background in manufacturing and experience managing ISO accreditations. This senior role demands expertise in quality assurance and the ability to drive continuous improvement across operations. A competitive salary of £60,000 is offered, dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Quality roles with at least 3 years in a managerial capacity.
• Strong background in manufacturing and quality assurance.
• ISO Lead Auditor certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage and continuously improve the Quality Management System.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 3834, and EN 1090.
• Drive quality, compliance, and operational excellence across the organization.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Quality Management System

ISO accreditation experience

Data-driven decision-making

Job description

Quality Manager – Manufacturing Sector (Coleraine) – Salary £60,000 depending on experience

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Quality Manager to join a rapidly growing, highly innovative manufacturing organisation. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will take the lead on quality strategy, compliance, and continuous improvement across all operations.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Market-leading manufacturer with strong growth across the UK & Ireland
2. Family-founded company with a people-first culture
3. High-impact senior role driving quality, compliance, and operational excellence

The Role:

• Manage, maintain, and continuously improve the Quality Management System
• Ensure full compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 3834, and EN 1090 standards
• Lead quality assurance across production, fabrication, and final assembly
• Maintain records of inspections, non-conformances, and corrective actions
• Drive a proactive, quality-first culture throughout the business
• Lead and support internal/external audits and ensure audit readiness
• Oversee customer quality expectations, complaints, and performance issues
• Implement robust root cause analysis and CAPA processes
• Act as senior escalation point for critical quality issues
• Integrate customer and regulatory requirements into all quality processes
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation
• Provide clear quality performance reporting to senior management

The Person:

• 10+ years' experience in Quality roles, including 3+ years at managerial level
• Strong background in manufacturing and Quality Management System
• Proven experience with ISO accreditations and audit management
• Skilled in root cause analysis, corrective actions, and data-driven decision-making
• Full driving licence
• ISO Lead Auditor certification (desirable)

Next Steps

For further information and to apply for this role, please contact Zoey Rooney.
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