Quality Manager | Lean & Six Sigma Leader

Terry Parris Associates; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing organisation in Marden is seeking a Quality Manager to lead quality systems and drive LEAN improvement. Responsibilities include implementing quality controls and leading internal audits, ensuring high standards, and improving customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in manufacturing and quality management, alongside strong skills in LEAN methodologies. The organisation promotes teamwork and a commitment to quality, with flexible working options available.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in manufacturing.
• 5+ years in quality management.
• Experience managing non-conformance.

Responsibilities

• Implement quality controls, policies, and standards.
• Use customer feedback to inform improvements.
• Monitor quality performance and reporting.
• Lead internal audits and ensure audit readiness.
• Guide teams to embed quality processes.
• Maintain supplier quality compliance.
• Provide clear updates to senior management.

Skills

LEAN tools

Internal auditing

Cross-functional leadership

Problem-solving methodologies

Six Sigma Black Belt

ISO 9001:2015 Senior Auditor

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

LEAN

5S

VSM

LPMS

8D

DMAIC

FAI

A3

Job description

A manufacturing organisation in Marden is seeking a Quality Manager to lead quality systems and drive LEAN improvement. Responsibilities include implementing quality controls and leading internal audits, ensuring high standards, and improving customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in manufacturing and quality management, alongside strong skills in LEAN methodologies. The organisation promotes teamwork and a commitment to quality, with flexible working options available.