Escape Recruitment is working with a growing business in to recruit a Production & Quality Manager. This is a hands-on role with a strong emphasis on quality ownership, suited to someone who enjoys maintaining standards, improving processes, and being closely involved in day-to-day production activity.
You will be responsible for ensuring quality is embedded into everything the operation does, while also coordinating daily production workflow and priorities. This is a visible role requiring strong leadership, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Own and maintain quality control processes, procedures, and supporting documentation
* Lead daily production meetings to plan workload, set priorities, and review quality performance
* Carry out regular quality spot checks on work in progress and completed orders
* Manage inspection and verification activities, ensuring records are accurate, complete, and timely
* Investigate quality issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
* Promote right-first-time delivery and drive a culture of quality across the team
* Work closely with internal teams to ensure production plans meet quality and customer requirements
* Identify and implement quality and efficiency improvements across the operation
* Monitor trends, highlight risks, and put preventative measures in place
About You
* Proven experience in a quality-led role with production or operational responsibility
* Strong understanding of quality control, inspections, and process adherence
* Confident leading teams and running daily meetings
* Hands-on, detail-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
* Practical problem solver with experience in root cause analysis and corrective actions
* Able to communicate clearly and influence quality standards across teams
What's On Offer
* A key quality-focused leadership role within a growing business
* Real ownership and influence over quality standards and improvements
* Supportive environment where continuous improvement is encouraged
* Competitive salary and benefits package
To find out more or to apply, please contact Escape Recruitment.