Quality Manager

People Solutions Group; Tipton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established client in manufacturing is seeking a Quality Manager in Tipton. This permanent role involves leading the quality function, implementing quality management systems compliant with ISO standards, and mentoring teams in a regulated environment. The ideal candidate possesses a degree in Quality Assurance or Engineering with substantial experience in high-integrity settings. The position offers a salary range of £50,000 – £60,000 and includes benefits such as a company pension scheme and professional training.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Attendance bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quality Manager or Senior Quality Engineer in regulated environments.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 3834, and EN 1090.
• Lead/Internal Auditor experience (ISO 9001) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the quality function across project and operational domains.
• Develop and maintain a fully integrated QMS aligned with ISO standards.
• Conduct root-cause investigations and continuous improvement programmes.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving capability

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Knowledge of ISO standards

Hands-on experience in quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality Assurance or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Quality Manager – Tipton

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Quality Manager to join our well-established client based in Tipton , on a full-time permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to take a senior role in a high-integrity, regulated manufacturing environment, with real opportunities for career development and progression.

Shifts

• Monday – Friday, 8 : 00am – 5 : 00pm (39 hours per week)

Rates of Pay

• £50,000 – £60,000 per annum

Benefits

• Company pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Attendance bonus upon successful completion of recruitment
• Long-term permanent opportunity with career development

Day-to-Day Duties

• Leading the quality function across project and operational domains, including dimensional control, NDT, weld quality and quality engineering
• Developing, implementing and maintaining a fully integrated QMS aligned with ISO 9001, ISO 3834 and wider industry standards
• Preparing, reviewing and maintaining Project Quality Plans, ITPs, welding quality documentation and Lifetime Records
• Conducting and leading root-cause investigations, CAPA activity and continuous improvement programmes
• Ensuring calibration, traceability and maintenance of all quality-critical equipment and gauges
• Providing hands‑on quality support to production and engineering teams, promoting a “right first time” culture
• Participating in daily SQDCP meetings and taking prompt actions to prevent production disruption
• Supporting the setup of a new manufacturing facility, embedding quality processes into layout, line design and inspection checkpoints
• Maintaining audit readiness, leading internal audits and ensuring regulatory and customer compliance
• Representing the quality function during client audits, inspections and cross‑functional reviews
• Mentoring and coaching the quality team and operational staff in quality standards and behaviours

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Assurance, Engineering or related subject
• Proven experience as a Quality Manager or Senior Quality Engineer within regulated, high-integrity manufacturing environments (aerospace, defence, or similar)
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 3834, EN 1090 and associated quality frameworks
• Lead / Internal Auditor experience (ISO 9001)
• Experience generating and managing NCRs, QC grading and Lifetime Records
• Hands‑on experience in dimensional inspection, NDT, welding quality and QMS implementation
• Strong problem‑solving capability using Lean Six Sigma or structured methodologies (DMAIC, 8D, FMEA, SPC, 5S, 7W)
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills
• Competent in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to obtain BPSS and SC clearance (conditional requirement)

Desirable Experience

• Experience supporting the setup of new manufacturing facilities and new‑QMS rollout
• Membership of a professional body (e.g., CQI) or willingness to work towards it
• Engineering qualification desirable

Training Provided

• Full industry‑related training and ongoing development support will be provided

Apply

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as a Quality Manager , apply today by clicking the link below or contact our recruitment team for more information.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.