Quality Manager
Site-Based | UK
Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
The Role
As Quality Manager, you will take full ownership of the manufacturing quality function, ensuring products consistently meet internal standards, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements .
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the Quality Control and Quality Assurance function (QC Supervisor + technicians)
Ownership and continuous improvement of the ISO 9001 Quality Management System
Managing internal and external audits, documentation, and compliance processes
Ensuring adherence to chemical industry regulations (e.g. REACH, ISO, GMP)
Leading root cause analysis, risk assessments, and CAPA activities
Partnering cross-functionally with Manufacturing, R&D, Supply Chain, and Commercial
Monitoring and reporting quality KPIs, trends, and improvement initiatives
Managing and resolving customer complaints professionally and effectively
Driving continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
About You
You are a confident, structured quality leader who thrives in a regulated manufacturing environment and enjoys driving improvement rather than simply maintaining systems.
You will likely bring:
Proven experience in a quality leadership role within manufacturing
Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and quality systems governance
Experience as an ISO 9001 Lead or Internal Auditor
Solid understanding of chemical industry compliance frameworks
Demonstrable people leadership experience within QC / QA
Strong analytical skills with the ability to lead investigations and make data-driven decisions
A collaborative communication style with credibility across technical and non-technical teams
A degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline
What's on Offer
Competitive base salary
Performance-related bonus
Company pension & life assurance
Health cash plan
23 days holiday plus bank holidays
Ongoing training and professional development
Stable, well-invested manufacturing site with modern systems
Free onsite parking and strong transport links
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to step into a visible, influential Quality Manager role within a globally backed organisation where quality genuinely matters. You'll have the autonomy to shape systems, lead people, and make a lasting impact on both customer satisfaction and operational performance.
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