Quality Systems and Data Specialist

Ambitions Personnel; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Quality Systems & Data Specialist in Peterborough to oversee a comprehensive Quality Management System. This permanent, full-time role includes managing audits and documentation control, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years in a quality-related role, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to quality standards. The position offers a salary of £40,700 and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in manufacturing or a related quality environment.
• Strong knowledge of QMS, auditing, document control, and quality standards.
• Strong organisational skills with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the full Quality Management System (QMS).
• Manage internal audits across all departments.
• Drive continuous improvement through robust action tracking and data analysis.

Skills

QMS Knowledge

Auditing

Document Control

Team Leadership

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Job description

Quality Systems & Data Specialist

Peterborough

£40,700 | Full-Time | Permanent

We’re seeking a Quality Systems & Data Specialist to take ownership of a site-wide Quality Management System, ensuring all documentation, processes and audits are fully compliant, controlled, and effective. This is a permanent, full-time role with excellent opportunities for career progression and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the full Quality Management System (QMS), including all policies, procedures, documents, and log sheets.
• Manage internal audits across all departments from planning through to action close‑out.
• Maintain document control systems to ensure all records are accurate, reviewed, and fit for purpose.
• Drive continuous improvement through robust action tracking, data analysis, and problem‑solving.
• Lead the Technical Services Team and promote a strong quality and compliance culture.
• Ensure supplier approvals and specifications are maintained and compliant.
• Support complaint investigations and implement effective corrective actions.
• Oversee quality-related system inputs (e.g., Quantiv) and develop systems to meet evolving needs.
• Maintain an effective traceability process that can be operated reliably at any time.
• Support departments in data collation, documentation control, and adherence to schedules.

Key Metrics of Success

• Timely completion of audits and actions
• Reduction in non‑conformances
• Up‑to‑date documentation
• Accurate operational recording
• Effective traceability management
• Compliance of supplier approvals and specifications

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in manufacturing or a related quality environment
• Strong knowledge of QMS, auditing, document control, and quality standards
• Experience leading or guiding teams
• Strong organisational skills with a proactive approach to continuous improvement
• Excellent communication skills, able to influence and drive compliance
• Eligibility to work in the UK and ability to commute to Peterborough PE1 5BF

Benefits

• £40,700 salary
• Company pension
• Free on‑site parking
• Permanent role with clear career progression opportunities