Quality Manager

Our manufacturing Client (Not Food) based in the Fens is looking to recruit a Quality Manager on a fulltime permanent basis. Working in a wellestablished business you will be reporting into the Technical Manager and be responsible for ensuring the business is compliant with all UK regulations in terms of Audits and also conducting these audits and reporting any issues to senior Management for action updates. Ensuring the quality standards of the business are maintained and adhered to. Job Role as Quality Manager • Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO 9001 and relevant industry standards (e.g., CE marking, BS/EN standards, local building regulations). • Manage internal and external quality audits, including corrective and preventive actions. • Control and approve quality documentation, SOPs, work instructions, and inspection plans. • Ensure effective traceability of materials, components, and finished products. Manufacturing Quality Control • Monitor inspection of Products • Monitor in-process quality controls across cutting, welding, cleaning, and final assembly operations. • Monitor final product inspections prior to dispatch to ensure compliance with specifications and workmanship standards. • Manage non-conforming products, root cause analysis, and corrective actions. • Reduce scrap, rework, and customer returns through effective quality controls. Continuous Improvement • Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, PDCA, or Kaizen methodologies. • Analyse quality data (defects, complaints, scrap, rework, KPIs) to identify trends and improvement opportunities. • Lead root cause analysis (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone) and implement sustainable corrective actions. • Collaborate with production, engineering, procurement, and maintenance teams to improve process capability and efficiency. • Promote a culture of quality ownership and continuous improvement throughout the organisation. Customer & Supplier Quality • Work with suppliers to address material quality issues and improve supplier performance. • Participate in supplier audits and quality improvement initiatives. • Support customer audits and technical quality discussions as required. To be considered for this role you will have relevant Quality Management experience (not necessarily staff) and Continous Improvement skillset. The role is Monday to Friday and based 100% onsite (can go to different business locations as required). Salary circa £40k and interviews to happen ASAP.