Quality Manager

Michael Page (UK); England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Quality Manager to drive quality and compliance within their operations. This role involves implementing best practices, managing ISO compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have a strong manufacturing background, comprehensive understanding of quality control standards, and excellent leadership skills. Enjoy a vibrant team atmosphere and numerous growth opportunities within the company.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Large scale growth opportunity

Vibrant and innovative team

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Supportive company culture valuing diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Experienced Quality Manager from a manufacturing background.
• Comprehensive understanding of quality control standards and methodologies.
• Internal auditing experience with external auditors.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement quality vision, strategy, and policies.
• Maintain quality management systems and ensure compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement and root cause analysis.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Analytical

Problem Solving

Education

Recognised engineering/science qualification

Tools

ISO9001

ISO13485

ISO14001

Job description

• Growing Manufacturer
• Growth Opportunities

About Our Client

My client is a prominent organisation in their industry, having been around for 60 years. They were a family run business that has built from the ground up, that are now owned by a large corporation, driving the growth of the business through the roof. They are renowned for their commitment to quality and innovation and operate within a large scale, setting them apart as industry leaders.

Job Description

• Create and implement best practice quality vision, strategy, policies and processes to aid business improvement performance.
• Ensuring a proactive culture so that customers receive our products and services to the highest standards of quality possible.
• Support the Compliance Manager to maintain the Quality Management systems for ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 and including third party external audits.
• With the support of relevant departments, maintain the Quality Management System and ensure compliance within the whole company.
• Manage the investigation of quality issues arising from IPQC, FQC, OQC, non-confirming product, field complaints and returns.
• To manage Quality Control plans using a risk management-based approach. Utilising the MRP system to record and control pass/ fail criteria
• Support production by creating inspection criteria and checking first off production items for ECNs and new product launches.
• To support the Compliance Manager with internal audits within the company. To carry out and record internal audits.
• To support the launch engineers in development of suitable work instructions during product launch.
• To carry out and record supplier audits either desk top reviews or site visits
• Use Corrective Action process for non-conformances with internal and supplier issues to drive continuous improvement
• Support production in their NCR, customer complaints and corrective action processes.
• Keep informed of developments and updates in standard and regulations applicable to the company Quality Management System
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement to enhance safety, environmental performance and quality throughout the organisation.
• Engage cross functional teams to implement best practices and innovative solutions to address quality challenges.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action process to address quality issues and prevent recurrence, ensuring accurate recording of issues and outcomes.

39 Hours/Week

Monday - Thursday 08:00 - 17:00

Friday 08:00 - 13:00

The Successful Applicant

You will be an experienced Quality Manager, that's come from a manufacturing background, as well as:

• A recognised engineering/science qualification
• Comprehensive understanding of quality control standards and methodologies.
• Knowledge of quality management systems (ISO9001)
• Internal auditing experience - along with facilitating external auditors
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• If you have experience & knowledge of ISO13485 & 14001 that would be desirable
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

What's on Offer

• Up to £55,000/annum (DOE)
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Large scale growth opportunity
• Opportunity to work in a vibrant and innovative team.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• A supportive company culture that values diversity and inclusion