Quality Manager in Maidstone

Energy Jobline ZR; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established UK-based manufacturer is seeking a Quality Manager to lead quality assurance and embed ISO 9001:2015 standards. You will drive operational excellence, inspire teams in LEAN practices, and champion customer satisfaction. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or engineering and possess strong communication skills. This role offers competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experienced Quality Manager from a manufacturing or engineering background.
• Passion for excellence and change leadership.
• Proven success in problem-solving methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001:2015.
• Drive data-driven performance improvements.
• Conduct internal and supplier audits.

Skills

ISO 9001:2015 Senior Auditor certification

5+ years leading quality

LEAN principles

Communication and influencing skills

Analytical mindset

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Job Description

Quality Manager - Driving Excellence Across a Global Manufacturing Leader

Kent, UK

Permanent role

Salary up to £75,000+ Benefits

Are you a passionate Quality Leader ready to elevate standards and inspire change?

A well‑established UK‑based manufacturer with a global footprint is seeking a dynamic Quality Manager to champion operational excellence, shape quality culture, and raise the bar across its manufacturing and engineering operations.

About the role of Quality Manager

This is a rare opportunity to join a high‑performing team within a business renowned for innovation, reliability, and customer excellence. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you’ll lead the charge in embedding ISO 9001:2015 best practice, driving data‑led decisions, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

You’ll be the driving force behind quality assurance, compliance, and proactive improvement‑balancing strategy with hands‑on leadership across production, engineering, supply chain, and service.

Key Focus Areas of Quality Manager

• Lead and enhance the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO 9001:2015.
• Drive a data‑driven approach to identify trends, mitigate risk, and drive performance improvements.
• Inspire teams to adopt LEAN, 5S, and Six Sigma principles, embedding quality into every stage of manufacturing.
• Conduct and oversee internal and supplier audits to the highest standards.
• Champion customer satisfaction through root‑cause analysis, corrective actions, and proactive engagement.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to define quality strategy, performance metrics, and continuous improvement roadmaps.

About You

You’re an experienced Quality Manager or senior Quality professional from a manufacturing, engineering, or automotive background, with a passion for excellence and change leadership.

You’ll bring:

• ISO 9001:2015 Senior Auditor certification (essential).
• 5+ years leading quality in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Proven success embedding LEAN, 8D, DMAIC, or A3 problem‑solving methods.
• Strong communication and influencing skills – able to engage and inspire at every level.
• Analytical and data‑driven mindset; Power BI or data visualisation experience is a plus.
• Confidence to lead change, challenge norms, and deliver measurable results.

If you would like to be part of a globally recognised organisation with a proud UK heritage, lead meaningful transformation within a supportive, forward‑thinking environment as well as influencing business performance at a strategic and operational level, then apply today for a full brief on this opportunity.

Contact Sarah at Netbox on 01634 668 186 Option 2

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