Quality Manager - Cement

Martin Veasey Talent Solutions; Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cement manufacturing company in the UK is looking for a Quality Manager to oversee the quality function at its advanced facility. This role involves modernizing the quality management system, ensuring compliance, and leading a skilled lab team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the cement industry, coupled with excellent leadership skills and a passion for sustainability. This position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Pension contributions

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in QA, lab, or technical functions within cement industry.
• Proven leadership in product conformity and compliance.
• Familiarity with modern lab technologies and robotic labs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the quality function and modernize the ISO 9001 system.
• Ensure compliance with BS EN 197 and internal quality standards.
• Manage automated sampling and laboratory testing protocols.
• Coach and develop a skilled laboratory team.
• Represent the site during audits and technical meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Assurance

Process Improvement

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Materials Science

Job description

Overview

Quality Manager - Cement

Salary £Very Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Location: Buxton, Derbyshire (commutable from Sheffield, Macclesfield, Matlock, Chesterfield, Rotherham, Huddersfield, Oldham, Stockport, Warrington)

Are you a cement QA or laboratory manager with a passion for leadership, process excellence, and decarbonisation? Do you have cement industry expertise gained in the UK or Europe?

We are recruiting for a Quality Manager to join a major UK cement manufacturing facility. This flagship site near Buxton, Derbyshire features high levels of automation, significant sustainability targets, and a commitment to innovation in low-carbon cement production.

The Opportunity

This is a unique chance to take full ownership of the quality function and shape the future of cement QA. You\'ll lead a long-tenured and skilled lab team while advancing QA systems, enhancing compliance, and supporting product innovation across limestone cement, clinker reduction, and alternative raw material usage.

Responsibilities

• Modernising the ISO 9001 quality management system
• Ensuring compliance with BS EN 197 and internal quality frameworks
• Leading initiatives linked to clinker reduction and carbon reduction targets
• Managing automated sampling and laboratory testing protocols
• Coaching and developing a team of experienced lab professionals
• Representing the site during audits and technical meetings (e.g., BSI, LRQA, quality forums)

Requirements

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in chemistry, materials science, or a related technical discipline
• Minimum 5 years\' experience in the cement industry in QA, lab, or technical functions
• Proven leadership in cement product conformity, compliance, and standards
• Experience with robotic labs, continuous operations, and modern lab tech is highly desirable
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and change management skills

Salary & Benefits

• £Very Competitive salary depending on experience
• Annual bonus scheme
• Private healthcare and pension contributions
• Applications invited from UK/EU nationals only with UK experience

This is a strategic role at one of the UK\'s most technically advanced and sustainability-focused cement plants.

Apply now quoting #(phone number removed) or contact us to learn more about this exciting opportunity to take the lead in cement quality excellence