Quality Control Manager Permanent Position
Excellent Salary
My client are a precision manufacturing business, based in Birmingham, specialising in machining and assembly of high value low volume components.
The Quality Control Manager leads the strategic and operational performance of the Quality Control function. The role ensures delivery of business objectives, key performance indicators (KPIs), and compliance with customer, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.
This position is responsible for the effective operation of all Quality Control activities, supporting high product quality and overall business performance. The Quality Control Manager is expected to act with integrity, uphold company policies, and represent the company professionally.
Serve as a senior member of the quality team and contribute to business strategy and planning.
Lead quality inspection, metrology and quality engineering teams to ensure adequate resources and strong operational support.
Own the Cost of Quality metric, driving actions to reduce quality‑related costs.
Establish and maintain local Quality SOPs aligned with business strategy.
Provide leadership, set goals, and monitor team performance.
Act as the primary point of contact for all Quality Control matters, internally and externally.
Maintain and improve operational performance in line with regulatory, customer, and company standards.
Ensure compliance with SOPs and Health & Safety policies.
Prepare, review, and approve Quality Inspection Plans.
Manage quality inspection and product release processes for incoming, in‑process, and finished products.
Lead the implementation of PPAP and FAIR processes.
Support customer and regulatory audits and ensure timely corrective actions.
Oversee Quality Control resource planning and team development.
Proven success in a senior quality role within manufacturing.
Relevant quality qualifications.
Experience in a results‑driven environment with strong process management and innovative thinking.
Strong root‑cause analysis and corrective action expertise.
Experience with APQP, PPAP, FAIR, FMEA, 8D, A3, and related quality tools.
Knowledge of Nuclear/Marine Defence industries (desirable).
Strong computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Strong business acumen with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
Able to quickly understand challenges and opportunities and deliver both short and long term improvements
9% matched pension
~25 days plus bank holidays annual leave
~ Health care scheme
7.30am – 4pm Monday – Thursday