Quality Manager

Orion Electrotech; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology manufacturing company located in Newbury, Berkshire is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead the Quality function. This hands-on leadership role involves ensuring compliance with ISO standards and promoting continuous improvement within the team. Candidates should have a strong background in Quality Management within a manufacturing environment and excellent leadership skills. Benefits include competitive salary, pension match, and comprehensive wellbeing programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Matched pension (up to 7%)

Electric vehicle scheme

Holiday purchase

Employee discounts programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Quality Management or Quality Assurance in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of ISO and AS standards and auditing processes.
• Skilled in root cause analysis and Lean/Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Quality team for product compliance.
• Enhance Quality Management Systems (ISO9001, AS9100).
• Drive continuous improvement across teams.

Skills

Quality Management

ISO and AS standards knowledge

Root cause analysis

Lean/Six Sigma tools

Leadership skills

Job description

Quality Manager

Location: Newbury, Berkshire
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

Were seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead and develop the Quality function within a growing, high-technology manufacturing facility in Newbury. The company designs and produces high-performance interconnect solutions used in aerospace, defence, renewable energy, and advanced engineering applications.

This is a hands-on leadership role where youll drive quality excellence, ensure compliance to ISO and AS standards, and promote a culture of continuous improvement across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Quality team to ensure product and process compliance.

• Maintain and enhance Quality Management Systems (ISO9001, AS9100, ISO14001, ISO45001).

• Drive best practice and continuous improvement across production and engineering teams.

• Conduct internal and external audits, manage non-conformances, and close out corrective actions.

• Support supplier quality management, customer audits, and on-site inspections.

• Collaborate with all departments to embed a proactive quality culture.

About You

• Proven experience in Quality Management or Quality Assurance within a manufacturing or engineering environment (electronics or mechanical products preferred).

• Strong knowledge of ISO and AS standards and auditing processes.

• Skilled in root cause analysis, 8D, PFMEA, SPC, and Lean/Six Sigma tools.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills with a proactive, collaborative approach.

• Experience within aerospace, defence, or other regulated industries (advantageous).

• As this is an ITAR-governed facility, candidates must be eligible to obtain security clearance or currently hold it.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and matched pension (up to 7%)

• Electric vehicle and Cycle to Work schemes

• Free life assurance (4x salary)

• Holiday purchase and enhanced family-friendly benefits

• Comprehensive wellbeing and employee discounts programme

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