Quality Manager

Orion Electrotech Ltd; Dudley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy

Strategic impact

Senior exposure

Independent work

Cross-functional influence

Job summary

Orion Electrotech Ltd in Dudley is seeking a standalone Quality Manager to own the Quality Management System, drive continuous improvement and ensure ISO compliance within a busy manufacturing environment. This role has no direct reports; you’ll influence quality across production, engineering, suppliers and customers, taking accountability for audits, procedures and training.

The ideal candidate will have a strong QA/QMS background and an autonomous approach to shaping quality standards from

Qualifications

• Strong background in Quality Assurance and Quality Management Systems.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001 quality standards.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP and FMEA methodologies.
• Experience dealing with suppliers and customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead, maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Develop and update quality procedures, policies, manuals and standard operating practices.
• Organise and manage internal audit programmes and corrective action systems.
• Host and support external audits and accreditation activities.
• Conduct supplier audits and support supplier development initiatives.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions relating to quality issues.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to improve processes and product quality.
• Support new product introductions and ensure supplier quality standards are achieved.
• Deliver quality-related training and promote best practice across the business.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and support ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Management Systems

APQP/PPAP/FMEA

Supplier & Customer relations

Job description

On-site in Dudley | Full Time, Permanent

7.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday, 7.30am - 1.30pm Friday

Drive Quality Excellence in a Thriving Manufacturing Environment

Are you an experienced Quality professional looking for an opportunity to make a real impact? We are seeking a proactive and driven standalone Quality Manager to lead and develop our Quality Management System, ensure compliance with industry standards, and champion a culture of continuous improvement across the business.

Despite the title, this role has no direct management responsibilities. Instead, we're looking for someone who is comfortable being the driving force behind quality within the business. You'll be the go-to expert for all things quality, taking full ownership of the Quality Management System while working closely with production, engineering, suppliers, customers, and senior leadership.

This opportunity would particularly suit someone who enjoys autonomy, responsibility, and the ability to influence business-wide improvements without the people management element often associated with management-level roles.

Quality Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Develop and update quality procedures, policies, manuals and standard operating practices.
• Organise and manage internal audit programmes and corrective action systems.
• Host and support external audits and accreditation activities.
• Conduct supplier audits and support supplier development initiatives.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions relating to quality issues.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to improve processes and product quality.
• Support new product introductions and ensure supplier quality standards are achieved.
• Deliver quality-related training and promote best practice across the business.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and support ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.

Quality Manager

What We’re looking for

• Strong background in Quality Assurance and Quality Management Systems
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001 quality standards
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP and FMEA methodologies
• Experience dealing with suppliers and customers

Quality Manager

Why Apply?

• Autonomy and ownership of the quality function
• Opportunity to shape and improve quality standards across the business
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
• Ideal step up for an ambitious Senior Quality Engineer or a Quality Manager who enjoys working independently
• A varied role with influence across manufacturing, suppliers, and customers