At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead Document Control and enhance quality processes using digital and AI solutions.
- Company: Join Waters Corporation, a global leader in analytical technologies and medical devices.
- Benefits: Flexible working, 25 days holiday, private medical insurance, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborate globally and foster a proactive quality culture while enjoying diverse workplace values.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on quality systems and drive innovation in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Degree or HND in Engineering or Science, with strong knowledge of ISO standards.
The predicted salary is between 42750 - 52250 £ per year.
Shape the future of Quality at Waters Corporation. Are you passionate about quality systems, continuous improvement, and using technology to drive smarter ways of working? Join Waters Corporation, a global leader in analytical technologies and medical devices, and help transform how quality is delivered across our organisation.
As our Senior Quality Specialist, you'll take ownership of Document Control and our Document Management System, leading the evolution of key quality processes while championing digital and AI-enabled solutions. This is an opportunity to make a real impact by improving compliance, efficiency, and user experience across a highly regulated environment.
Working closely with local and global stakeholders, you'll play a key role in strengthening our Quality Management System, supporting business growth, and embedding a culture of operational excellence.
Responsibilities:
In this role, you'll become the go-to expert for Quality System Guidance, Document Control and the Document Management System, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, FDA, and other regulatory requirements. You'll lead the development and continuous improvement of document control processes, driving greater efficiency and effectiveness across the business. A key focus will be identifying opportunities to modernise the function through automation, digital tools, and AI-enabled solutions that enhance document lifecycle management and data integrity.
You'll also collaborate with global teams on Quality Management System initiatives, support audits and regulatory inspections, investigate quality system issues, analyse performance metrics, and coach colleagues to build quality capability and foster a proactive quality culture.
Qualifications:
You may have a degree or HND in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience gained within a regulated environment. To be successful, you'll bring:
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 820 and Part 11
- Experience managing and improving electronic document management systems
- A track record of supporting audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance programmes
- Experience leading quality improvement, business transformation, or process optimisation initiatives
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- A passion for continuous improvement and driving positive change
- Experience implementing automation, digital technologies, or AI-driven process improvements would be particularly valuable.
Why Join Waters?
At Waters, you'll be part of an innovative organisation where quality, technology, and continuous improvement go hand in hand. You'll have the opportunity to influence global processes, work alongside talented colleagues, and contribute to projects that make a real difference.
Alongside a competitive salary, we offer:
- Flexible working arrangements
- 25 days' holiday
- Generous pension contribution
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance and income protection
- Excellent family-friendly benefits
- Ongoing development and career growth opportunities
If you're ready to combine quality expertise with innovation and digital transformation, we'd love to hear from you.
Sr Quality Specialist Document Control in London employer: Waters
Waters Corporation is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment for Field Service Engineers located near Cardiff and the M4 Corridor. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, competitive benefits including a company car, private healthcare, and generous leave policies, Waters fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, ensuring that every team member can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the scientific community.
