Quality Manager | Manufacturing and Production | Braintree | Excellent benefits package
Are you an experienced Quality Manager looking for the opportunity to take ownership of quality within a growing manufacturing business?
We're working with an established specialist manufacturer on the outskirts of Braintree, who are looking for a Quality Manager to manage their QMS, compliance and continuous improvement activities.
This is a hands-on role working closely with Operations, Engineering, suppliers, customers and senior management to maintain high standards and drive improvements across the business.
The Role
- Manage and continually improve the company's Quality Management System
- Maintain compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, PED, F-Gas and relevant legislation
- Plan and conduct internal audits and manage corrective actions
- Investigate quality issues, non-conformances and customer complaints
- Use techniques including 8D, 5 Whys, FMEA and Fishbone analysis
- Monitor and report quality KPIs
- Work with customers and suppliers to maintain quality standards
- Support PQQs, tenders and certification requirements
- Work closely with Engineering and Operations to drive continuous improvement
- Provide quality guidance and training across the business
About You
- 5+ years' experience in a Quality Manager position
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and QMS
- Experience with audits, non-conformances, corrective actions and complaints
- Knowledge of quality improvement tools such as 8D, FMEA and 5 Whys
- Experience working with suppliers and customers
- Strong communication and influencing skills
- Experience with an ERP or quality system such as SAGE, SAP, NetSuite or similar
- Experience within a safety-critical or regulated manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
NEBOSH qualifications and a relevant degree are desirable but not essential.
What's on Offer?
- 22 days holiday + bank holidays
- Enhanced pension contribution
- Medical expenses cashback scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free on-site parking
- Company events
- Opportunity to join a growing international manufacturing group
- Genuine opportunity to influence quality and continuous improvement
If you're an experienced Quality Manager ready for your next challenge and want to take real ownership of quality within a growing manufacturing business,
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