Quality Manager Engineering

Solution 47; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering company in Saffron Walden is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to enhance their management team. This role involves leading the ISO 9001 Quality Management System, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and managing quality documentation. The ideal candidate has proven experience in a similar role within manufacturing and strong communication skills. The company offers a salary of £40,000 - £45,000 and a supportive team culture with a 4.5-day working week.

Benefits

Salary of £40,000 - £45,000

Exceptional shop floor facilities

Supportive team culture

Work-life balance with a 4.5-day working week

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Confident conducting audits and managing QMS documentation.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and use inspection tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead, maintain, and develop the ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
• Plan and conduct internal audits; support external audits.
• Drive root-cause analysis and ongoing improvement initiatives.
• Manage quality documentation and compliance requirements.

Skills

Proven experience in a Quality Manager or Senior Quality role

Strong understanding of ISO 9001

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Job description

At Solution 47 Recruitment, we are partnering with a long-standing, highly respected engineering company based in Saffron Walden. This business is known for its superb shop floor environment, strong company culture, and commitment to producing high-quality engineered products. Due to continued success, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Quality Manager to strengthen their management team.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on Quality professional who thrives in a manufacturing environment and enjoys driving continuous improvement. Working on-site 4.5 days per week, you will take ownership of the Quality Management System and play a key role in ensuring standards are maintained and enhanced across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, maintain, and develop the company's ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
• Plan, conduct, and follow up on internal audits; support external audits as required.
• Drive root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and ongoing improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, production, and senior management to maintain consistent product and process quality.
• Manage quality documentation, reporting, KPIs, and compliance requirements.
• Oversee inspection processes, including first-off, in-process, and final inspections.
• Provide guidance and quality training to colleagues where required.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a Quality Manager or Senior Quality role within an engineering/manufacturing setting.
• Strong, practical understanding of ISO 9001 (essential).
• Confident conducting audits and managing QMS documentation.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Ability to confidently read engineering drawings and utilise inspection tools (desirable).

What the Company Offers

• Salary of £40,000 - £45,000, depending on experience.
• A steady, well-established working environment with exceptional shop floor facilities.
• Supportive team culture and visible career impact.
• Work-life balance with a 4.5-day working week