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Aptar is seeking a Quality Manager based in Leeds, United Kingdom (office based)
As our Quality Manager, your primary purpose will be to drive site-wide improvements by developing cost-effective solutions and enhancing our management systems—while staying true to Aptar’s core values. You’ll play a pivotal role as a solutions-oriented leader, empowering your team, implementing long-term process improvements, and ensuring we meet the highest standards in product quality and food safety. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, hands-on execution, and cross-functional collaboration with influence across all levels of the organization.
As a Quality Manager, You Will:
* Lead the Quality Department and champion improvements in quality performance, compliance, and audit readiness.
* Own the site’s ISO9001:2015 and BRC Packaging quality systems, including food safety requirements.
* Develop and manage departmental budgets and resource planning to support business objectives.
* Represent Aptar externally, working with customers and suppliers to resolve quality issues swiftly and sustainably.
* Foster a team-oriented culture focused on continuous improvement, development, and accountability.
We are looking for:
We are seeking a proactive and experienced leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is committed to quality excellence. The ideal candidate must be a strong communicator and team-builder, capable of influencing across all levels of the organization and creating collaborative success.
Education
* Required : Degree in Engineering or a food-related technical discipline (e.g., Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry).
* Preferred : Six Sigma or Lean certification.
Required Skills (Suggested to limit to top 5 bullet points for external posting)
* Considerable experience as Quality Manager in a manufacturing environment and have the ability to work in a high-pressure site.
* Expertise in ISO9001 and BRC standards, food safety, and regulatory compliance.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Statistical Processes Control (SPC) knowledge and application
* Previous customer-facing experience in quality or technical roles.
* Ability to lead audits and interface with regulatory and certification bodies.
Preferred Skills (Suggested to limit to top 3-5 bullets for external posting)
* Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing qualifications.
Travel Requirements (if applicable)
Occasional travel may be required, including short-notice visits to customer or supplier sites.
Who are we
At Aptar, we leverage insights, design, engineering, and science to develop cutting-edge packaging technologies that enhance brand value for our clients and make a significant impact on people’s lives globally. Our innovations transform conventional packaging into advanced dispensing systems, offering solutions such as precise fragrance applications, mess-free ketchup dispensing for kids, and connected technologies that support patients in adhering to their treatments.
With manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, Asia, and South America, and a dedicated team of over 13,000 employees in about 20 countries, Aptar is committed to creating impactful innovations for our customers and their consumers.
Our Culture
At Aptar, our success is driven by the individuals who contribute their unique talents and perspectives every day. We believe that when you bring your authentic self to work, we all thrive.
How We Support Our Employees
* An exciting, diverse and value based working environment
* Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
* Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan.
Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.
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