Quality Manager
Location: Andover
Salary: GBP40,000
IntroductionOur client is a well-established manufacturing company based in Andover, specializing in the design and production of protection equipment for the Military, Police, and Security sector. They are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join their team as a Quality Manager.Key Responsibilities
* Day-to-day management of the Quality system and measuring of Quality Performance internally, with customers and suppliers.
* To take ownership of the Quality Management System (QMS) and quality team to maintain best-practice quality across the company.
* Improve the quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the manufacturing process and the supply chain by liaising with staff, management, customers, and suppliers.
* Co-ordinate and implement improvements of the quality management system to assure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements and industry standards.
* Maintain effective forms of corrective actions and methods.
* Work with the leadership team to ensure that departments and individuals affecting quality are trained and have appropriate skills.
* Develop and drive internal, supplier, and third-party quality system audits.
* Collaborate with Procurement, Operations, and Design & Engineering on the quality management of suppliers.
* Assess supplier capabilities and monitor supplier quality to ensure desired levels of performance are achieved and maintained.
* Work closely with Design Engineering on new product development and design changes to ensure Quality conformance and make suggestions for improvements.
* Implement new product introduction (NPI) processes into company procedures.
* Carry out inspection of production, process, and quality programs within the national and international supply chain.
* Monitor and report company and suppliers Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Profile
* Knowledge and experience with manufacturing, inspection, and quality standards.
* Background in quality management and knowledge of ISO9001:2015, ISO 14001.
* At least 4 years' experience in a Quality role.
* Fully conversant with drawings for manufacture.
* Experienced in a wide range of materials and manufacturing techniques.
* Experience of international manufacturing.
* Experience of a small to mid-size company.
* Recognized Auditor qualification.
* H&S management and experience within a H&S role.
Application
If you have the skills and experience necessary to excel in this role, please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application!
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