Quality Manager

Theo James Recruitment; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Teesside is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to oversee and improve their Quality Management System. You will lead a skilled team, ensure compliance with industry standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The role offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, allowing you to make a significant impact on the organisation's quality standards.

Benefits

24 days of holiday (increasing after 5 years)

Company pension

Cycle-to-work scheme

Life assurance (3x salary)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Quality Management within a manufacturing or regulated environment.
• Proven background in managing CAPA, NCR, and supplier quality processes.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing and maintaining an effective QMS in line with ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and FDA QSMR.
• Leading quality investigations, including customer complaints, non-conformances (NCRs), CAPAs, and supplier corrective actions (SCARs).
• Coordinating internal audits and managing external audits.

Skills

Quality Management

ISO 13485

FDA QSMR

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

MS Office

Visio

Project

Minitab

Job description

Quality Manager

Location: Teesside, UK

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 DOE

Benefits: 24 days holiday (increasing after 5 years' service), company pension, cycle-to-work scheme, and life assurance at 3x salary

Working Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday

The Company

A leading and forward-thinking manufacturing company based in Teesside is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to join their leadership team. The business is known for its high standards, commitment to excellence, and supportive working environment. With continued growth and investment in operations, this is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated quality professional to make a real impact.

Job Description

As a Quality Manager, you'll play a key role in developing, maintaining, and improving the company's Quality Management System (QMS) while ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer expectations. You'll lead the Quality team, oversee internal and external audits, and drive a culture of continuous improvement across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and maintaining an effective QMS in line with ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and FDA QSMR requirements.
• Leading quality investigations, including customer complaints, non-conformances (NCRs), CAPAs, and supplier corrective actions (SCARs).
• Coordinating internal audits and managing external (customer and regulatory) audits.
• Overseeing supplier quality performance, including audits, qualification, and scorecards.
• Supporting risk management and validation activities across departments.
• Monitoring and reporting on key quality metrics and implementing improvement initiatives.
• Managing and developing the QA/QC team to ensure high performance and engagement.
• Providing quality support for new product introduction (NPI) projects.
• Driving compliance, consistency, and quality excellence throughout the business.

Skills & Experience

• A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years' experience in Quality Management within a manufacturing or regulated environment.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and FDA QSMR.
• Experience leading audits (internal and external).
• Proven background in managing CAPA, NCR, and supplier quality processes.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of Visio, Project, or Minitab is advantageous.

Why Should You Apply?

• Join a reputable and growing manufacturing business with clear long-term prospects.
• Lead a skilled Quality team and shape continuous improvement initiatives.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including:
• 24 days holiday (increasing after 5 years)
• Company pension
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Opportunity to make a real impact within a progressive organisation that values quality and excellence.

If you're a driven Quality Manager looking for a rewarding leadership role in Teesside, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career.