Quality Team Leader
Salary: £35,000 - £37,000 + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Package
Are you an experienced Quality professional who thrives in a manufacturing environment and enjoys leading teams to achieve high standards?
Our client is a successful and expanding manufacturing business known for its commitment to product excellence, continuous improvement, and employee growth. They are looking to appoint a Quality Team Leader to oversee quality activities across the operation and support the ongoing development of their quality function.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on approach, working closely with production teams, and driving improvements that make a real impact on performance and customer satisfaction.
The Opportunity
As Quality Team Leader, you will be responsible for coordinating daily quality assurance activities, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and leading a small team of quality personnel. You'll work collaboratively with production and engineering teams to maintain product quality, resolve issues, and identify opportunities for improvement.
The role combines leadership responsibilities with practical involvement on the shop floor, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both team management and technical problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and develop a small Quality team within a busy manufacturing environment
Promote a culture where quality is embedded throughout production processes
Manage quality inspections, testing activities, and internal audits
Investigate quality concerns, customer complaints, and non-conformance issues using structured problem-solving techniques
Implement corrective and preventative measures to minimise recurring defects
Collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve manufacturing performance and product quality
Analyse quality data, trends, and KPIs to identify areas for improvement
Ensure adherence to ISO 9001 standards and company quality procedures
Support supplier quality processes and incoming material inspections
Deliver quality-related coaching and training to operational teams
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing waste, rework, and defects
Maintain accurate quality records, reports, and documentation
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will be a motivated and practical Quality professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for continuous improvement.
You will ideally possess:
Previous experience in a Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Engineering, or Quality Leadership position within manufacturing
Experience managing or supervising teams in a production, engineering, or factory environment
Good working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems
Proven experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality improvement methodologies
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and use inspection and measuring equipment
Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities
A detail-oriented approach with a focus on maintaining high standards
Experience working closely with cross-functional teams including Production, Engineering, and Operations
What's in It for You?
Competitive salary of £35,000 - £37,000
Performance bonus and profit-sharing scheme
Generous holiday entitlement and attractive benefits package
Ongoing training and career progression opportunities
Supportive team environment and positive company culture
The chance to influence quality performance within a growing organisation
Why Join?
This role provides an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Quality professional looking to advance their leadership career within manufacturing. You'll play a key role in shaping quality standards, supporting team development, and contributing to the ongoing success of a business that values quality and continuous improvement.
If you're ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
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