At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead quality management and ensure compliance with industry standards in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join RHI Magnesita, the global leader in refractories, committed to innovation and sustainability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, global bonus programme, and access to ongoing learning through RHIM Academy.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in high-temperature industrial processes while shaping a greener future.
- Qualifications: Experience in refractories or advanced materials, with ISO9001 knowledge preferred.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Leicestershire, United Kingdom | Full Time
Your Position
In this position, you would directly report to the Plant Manager, Newbold. As a Quality Manager, you will be responsible for the creation and execution of the audit schedule, managing and resolving both internal and external non-conformances, and training in and carrying out all laboratory practices. The role includes supplier management of raw materials, carrying out R&D activities as directed by the R&D team through a weekly call. You will be leading scrap projects across the site and reporting directly to the European Quality Management team, and overseeing the creation and control of all documents and procedures. You will have ownership of the full QMS lifecycle: audits, NCR/CAR management, document control, and process improvement. There will be some travel required in this position to our European Plant network.
Your Tasks
- Responsible for the maintenance of the quality management system to ISO9001
- Responsible for the laboratory, including employees and workflow, to ensure standards are maintained and testing is completed within a satisfactory time frame
- Leading and reporting daily KPIs to the management team at Newbold and reporting key monthly KPIs
- Mentoring our R&D apprentice
- Ensuring processes are in line with ASTM standards.
Your Profile
- Several years of experience in refractories, ceramics, advanced materials, or high-temperature industrial products
- Experience supplying into highly regulated sectors such as oil & gas, petrochemicals, aerospace
- Demonstrated success in maintaining ISO 9001 certification
- Skilled in maintaining certification readiness and leading external audits
- Knowledge of raw materials, formulation mixing and processing forming.
- Experience with ASTM and API test methods for refractories.
- Familiar with customer qualification processes, technical data sheets, MTCs, and compliance documentation
Language: English: Fluent
Nice to have:
- Previously worked with ISO.14001 & ISO.45001
- IOSH Certified
- Experience with Lean practices and Six Sigma
Our offer
We offer a competitive salary package that reflects your qualifications and experience and aligns with current market values. Compensation: Attractive remuneration packages, including a global bonus program. Development: RHIM Academy for ongoing learning & development, including full LinkedIn Learning catalogue. In addition to these local benefits for Newbold, we also offer you many global benefits.
Do you want to take the next step? At RHI Magnesita, everyone is welcome! We embrace diversity in all forms and evaluate applications solely based on qualifications and experience. If you share our passion for shaping tomorrow’s world, we’d love to hear from you, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We also actively encourage individuals with disabilities to submit their application.
About RHI Magnesita
As the global leader in refractories, we supply advanced products, technologies and services essential for high-temperature industrial processes in sectors such as steel, cement, and glass. With around 20,000 employees and production sites across the globe, we are committed to fostering innovation, sustainability, and market leadership. By leading the industry in reducing emissions and supporting our customers' transitions to greener solutions, we are shaping tomorrow’s world.
Quality Manager (all genders) employer: RHI Magnesita
RHI Magnesita is an exceptional employer located in Leicestershire, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises innovation and sustainability. With a strong commitment to employee development through the RHIM Academy and a diverse workplace culture, we provide our Quality Managers with competitive remuneration and global benefits, ensuring a rewarding career path in the refractories industry.
