At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead quality strategy and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic engineering environment.
- Company: Join a leading engineering and manufacturing business focused on excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and long-term career development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse and inclusive team committed to innovation.
- Why this job: Shape manufacturing excellence and influence operational performance across the organisation.
- Qualifications: HNC/HND or Degree in Engineering with 5 years' manufacturing experience.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 70000 £ per year.
- Quality Continuous
- Improvement
- Manager
Salary: £65,00 - £70,000 + Benefits Are you an experienced Quality professional with a passion for driving continuous improvement?
Our client, a leading engineering and manufacturing business, is seeking a Quality Continuous Improvement Manager to lead quality strategy, improve operational performance, and embed a culture of Lean manufacturing across the business.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping manufacturing excellence while working closely with senior leadership, engineering, production and suppliers.
Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the company's Quality Management System (ISO 9001).
Drive Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives (5S, VSM, APQP, DMAIC, 8D, A3).
Manage internal quality audits, non-conformance and corrective actions.
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) into manufacturing.
Identify waste reduction opportunities and improve production efficiency.
Monitor supplier quality and drive supply chain improvements.
Analyse performance data, report KPIs and present quality updates to senior management.
Champion operational change and industrialisation projects.
About You HNC/HND or Degree qualified in an Engineering discipline.
Minimum 5 years' manufacturing experience, including at least 3 years in a quality management role.
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
Lead Auditor qualified with experience managing internal and supplier quality.
Proven experience implementing Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Excellent problem-solving, project management and stakeholder management skills.
Six Sigma Black Belt and CQI membership would be advantageous.
What's on Offer Opportunity to influence business-wide quality and operational excellence.
Work with an established and growing engineering manufacturer.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Long-term career development within a forward-thinking organisation.
If you're an experienced Quality Continuous Improvement professional looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to find out more.
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Quality CI Manager in Kent employer: New Appointments Group
New Appointments Group is an excellent employer for those seeking to make a meaningful impact in the field of electronics engineering. Located in the vibrant city of Canterbury, we offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits, all within a collaborative and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. Join us to be part of a team dedicated to innovation and quality in advanced electro-optic systems.
