At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a quality team to ensure top-notch standards and continuous improvement.
- Company: Established engineering manufacturer known for safety-critical products.
- Benefits: 33 days annual leave, competitive salary, and ongoing investment in your growth.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career advancement in a dynamic engineering setting.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on quality standards in a stable, supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in quality management and knowledge of ISO9001 required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 60000 £ per year.
Location: County Durham
Salary: £60,000+ DOE
Benefits:
- 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Permanent, full-time position
- Senior leadership opportunity
- Stable, long‑established engineering business
- Opportunity to influence company‑wide quality standards
- Ongoing investment in people and manufacturing
The Company:
Theo James Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well‑established engineering manufacturer with a reputation for producing highly engineered, safety‑critical products. Operating within a technically demanding environment, the business continues to invest in its people, processes and facilities, making this an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality Manager looking to make a genuine impact.
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday
Full-time
Permanent
Site‑based
Job Description:
As Quality Manager, you will report directly to the Plant Manager and take full responsibility for the Quality Management System across the site. You’ll lead a multidisciplinary quality team, ensuring compliance with ISO9001 while driving continuous improvement across manufacturing, inspection and testing activities. You’ll oversee audits, supplier quality, root cause investigations, corrective actions and product compliance, working closely with production and engineering teams to deliver the highest quality standards. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll champion best practice, develop your team and help improve operational performance across the business.
Skills & Experience:
To be successful as Quality Manager, you’ll ideally have:
- Previous experience as a Quality Manager within manufacturing or engineering.
- Strong knowledge of ISO9001 Quality Management Systems.
- Lead Auditor experience would be advantageous.
- Experience leading and developing quality teams.
- Knowledge of root cause analysis, CAPA and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- HNC, HND or Degree in Engineering or a related discipline is desirable.
Why Should You Apply?
If you’re an experienced Quality Manager looking for a role where you can influence business performance, lead an established team and drive meaningful improvements, this is an excellent opportunity. Theo James Recruitment is proud to be supporting this appointment and welcomes applications from ambitious professionals seeking their next Quality Manager opportunity within a stable and growing engineering business.
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