Quality Manager

As the Quality Manager, you will take ownership of the company's Quality function, overseeing the implementation and maintenance of ISO 9001 standards while championing a shift in culture to a proactive, data-driven approach to quality. Reporting to senior leadership, you will be instrumental in crafting strategies that deliver right-first-time outcomes, strengthen root cause analysis, and instill a robust culture of continuous improvement.

Client Details

This market-leading manufacturer produces life-saving, safety-critical products that are integral to some of the world's most iconic buildings. Experiencing double-digit growth year-over-year, they are now embarking on an exciting journey to build scalable systems, enhance processes, and develop a culture where quality and operational excellence are at the heart of every action.

Description

• Develop and lead the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with ISO9001 and other industry standards.
• Drive cultural transformation by coaching and mentoring teams, embedding quality principles across all levels.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Oversee internal and external audits, ensuring best practices and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, reduce defects, and enhance product reliability.
• Utilise data analysis to identify trends, prioritize improvements, and communicate performance metrics to leadership.

Profile

What We Are Looking For

This role demands a hands-on leader who can navigate complexity, communicate effectively, and inspire teams.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a Quality leadership role within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Expertise in root cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive solutions.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and related standards.
• Experience managing audits and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated success in driving continuous improvement initiatives, preferably with Lean or Six Sigma certification.

Desirable

• Experience in bespoke, engineer-to-order manufacturing or construction.
• ERP system implementation experience.

Job Offer

• Lead a pivotal role in a rapidly expanding global company with unique, safety-critical products.
• Shape and influence a major cultural transformation with high visibility and long-term impact.
• Enjoy growth opportunities as the business scales its international footprint.

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme and other flexible benefits.

Location & Flexibility This role is based onsite in Waterlooville, with flexibility for occasional ad hoc arrangements. As this is a manufacturing environment, close proximity to the production floor is essential.

If you are ready to take on this challenge and make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you. Apply now and be part of a team that delivers innovative solutions and drives real change!