Quality Manager

SJR Partners; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in West Yorkshire is seeking a Quality Manager to oversee the quality function at their site. The role focuses on driving continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with automotive quality standards. Candidates should have proven experience in quality management, knowledge of IATF 16949, and strong leadership skills. This position offers an opportunity to lead a quality team and make significant contributions to product quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior quality role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, 8D, FMEA, PPAP, and other core quality tools.
• Demonstrable leadership experience with the ability to develop and motivate teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a dedicated Quality team across all shifts.
• Manage customer complaints, ensuring timely resolution.
• Drive and support plant-wide quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Customer relationship management

Communication

Knowledge of IATF 16949

Job description

The Role: Quality Manager

West Yorkshire
GBP(phone number removed)

An opportunity has arisen for a talented and driven Quality Manager to take ownership of the quality function at a high-performing UK manufacturing site. This is a leadership role focused on driving continuous improvement, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining compliance with automotive and industrial quality standards.

About the Company

This is a well-established manufacturer supplying engineered components to major OEMs across the automotive, off-highway, and industrial sectors. The UK facility operates as a key production hub, known for its technical capability, customer focus, and commitment to lean manufacturing principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a dedicated Quality team across all shifts
• Manage customer complaints, ensuring timely resolution and permanent corrective actions
• Address internal quality issues through root cause analysis and structured problem solving
• Drive and support plant-wide quality improvement initiatives
• Maintain compliance to IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards, including internal and external audits
• Promote a quality-first culture through leadership, training, and daily engagement
• Report on key quality metrics and provide strategic input to site leadership

Experience Required

• Proven experience in a senior quality role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, 8D, FMEA, PPAP, and other core quality tools
• Background in managing customer relationships and quality escalation processes
• Demonstrable leadership experience with the ability to develop and motivate teams
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and structured approach