Are you someone who loves turning data into insight? Do you enjoy spotting trends, understanding root cause and using numbers to drive real improvement? If you’re passionate about quality systems and want to influence decision-making across a manufacturing business, this Quality Systems Analyst role could be a brilliant next step.
We’re supporting a well-established Portsmouth-based manufacturer supplying high-reliability electrical and electronic components into global markets including aerospace, medical, industrial, automotive and defence. Quality sits at the heart of the business — and this role plays a key part in shaping how quality data is used to drive improvement.
What’s the role all about?
As the Quality Systems Analyst, you’ll be responsible for developing, automating and maintaining Quality Management System (QMS) reporting and analytics. Your focus will be on trend analysis, root cause identification and Cost of Quality (CoQ) insight — helping the business understand not just what is happening, but why.
You’ll work closely with Quality, Operations, Engineering and Finance to transform quality data into meaningful, actionable intelligence.
Your responsibilities will include:
Automated QMS reporting
Designing and maintaining automated dashboards and reports covering:
NCRs and CAPAs
Customer complaints
Rework, scrap and yield loss
Internal and external audits
MRB activity
Ensuring reporting is accurate, consistent and aligned with QMS requirements
Trend & root cause analysis
Identifying recurring issues, systemic risks and emerging trends
Providing data-driven insight to support corrective and preventive actions
Cost of Quality (CoQ)
Developing and maintaining Cost of Quality and Cost of Poor Quality reporting
Linking quality issues to financial impact
Supporting prioritisation of improvement activity through cost insight
Continuous improvement & compliance
Translating complex data into clear insights for stakeholders at all levels
Supporting management reviews and strategic improvement planning
Improving data capture and integration across QMS, ERP and manufacturing systems
Supporting internal and external audits with objective evidence and metrics
This is a highly influential role where your work directly supports business performance and continuous improvement.
What you’ll need
To succeed as a Quality Systems Analyst, you’ll bring:
Degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) in Quality, Engineering, Data Analytics or similar
Experience working in a QMS-based or regulated manufacturing environment
Strong data analysis and visualisation skills
Experience developing automated reports and dashboards (Excel, Minitab, Tableau, SQL or similar)
Understanding of NCRs, CAPAs, complaints, audits and MRB processes
Ability to link operational quality data to financial impact
Knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100 or similar standards
Strong communication skills with the ability to present data clearly to all audiences
Desirable:
QMS and ERP integration experience
Lean / Six Sigma or continuous improvement background
Advanced automation or data modelling capability
Who you are
You’re analytical, organised and improvement-focused. You enjoy working cross-functionally, asking the right questions and using data to influence change. You’re just as comfortable discussing trends with senior leaders as you are diving into the detail.
What’s in it for you?
Competitive salary
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Additional 3 days off over the festive period
Company pension scheme
Life cover (3x salary)
Bonus scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Opportunity to shape how quality data drives business decisions
Ready to take the next step?
If you’re a Quality Systems Analyst looking for a role where your insight genuinely makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today — or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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