Quality Manager
Rochester, Kent | Salary: £35,000–£40,000 | Full-time
We’re excited to be supporting a fast-growing new business at the forefront of its field. With a pioneering approach and rapid expansion, this company is looking for a proactive and ambitious Quality Manager ready to roll up their sleeves and play a foundational role in establishing robust quality processes. This is a unique opportunity to join at an early stage, shape the Quality Management System (QMS) from the ground up, and develop your own team as the business scales.
You’ll be instrumental in designing and implementing a compliant, efficient QMS — laying the foundations for a culture of continuous improvement. Oversee internal and external audits, and manage compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
Embed quality best practices across product development, production, and supply chain.
Define and monitor quality KPIs, using data to drive improvements and corrective actions.
Conduct root cause analysis and implement preventive measures (CAPA).
Support supplier quality assurance, including audits and onboarding.
Deliver training and champion a strong quality culture across all teams.
Present quality performance insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
Experience in a quality management role within manufacturing (ideally medical devices or a similarly regulated sector).
Strong knowledge of quality tools such as FMEA, SPC, DMAIC, 5 Whys, 8D, etc.
Bonus Points For:
Experience with quality or ERP software platforms.
Project management skills or certifications.
If you're a hands-on quality professional ready to take ownership and grow with a dynamic business, we’d love to hear from you.