Quality Manager

We are looking for an exceptional Quality Manager with a strong background in the Industrial Engineering / Manufacturing industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading all quality assurance activities and initiatives within our Engineering & Manufacturing department.

Client Details

Our client is a leading company in the Industrial / Manufacturing sector, boasting a well established product range. They are a major player in the industry, based in Blackburn.

Description

• Lead and manage all quality assurance activities within the Engineering & Manufacturing department
• Develop, implement, and manage quality control systems designed to ensure continuous production of advanced composite materials and applications
• Work with the manufacturing team to identify and rectify quality-related issues
• Coordinate with customers and suppliers on quality-related matters
• Manage and maintain the company's quality inspection, product release processes, and raw material inspection process
• Oversee quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure adherence to health and safety guidelines as well as legal obligations
• Conduct audits, create reports, and recommend improvements

Profile

A successful Quality Manager should have:

• A degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline, or equivalent
• Proven experience as a Quality Manager within the Industrial / Manufacturing sector
• Strong knowledge of quality control systems and standards
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• Strong leadership abilities and a results-driven approach
• Proven knowledge of Quality Assurances, procedures and specific
• Ability to influence and work efficiently with customers and colleagues of all levels
• Demonstrable experience in a medium to large fast-moving engineering / manufacturing safety critical company which will include experience in a first line management or supervisory position
• You will be used to working in a machining, precision engineering, metal component assembly, mechanical or heavy industrial environment
• Evidence of sound mechanical aptitude
• Proven track record in Lean Manufacturing (Green Belt standard as a minimum - preferable but not essential) and / or has demonstrated efficiency and cost improvements in a quality focused set-up
• Knowledge of statistical techniques, e.g., Regression, ANOVA, Capability, R&R
• Ability to influence, work and communicate effectively with customers and colleagues of all levels.
• Strong logical decision maker
• Strong interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills
• Experience of managing and implementing change
• Demonstrable experience of increasing employee engagement in a manufacturing environment
• Pro-active, energetic, resilient, and flexible, results driven

Job Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from 55,000 to 60,000 per year, plus a bonus
• The opportunity to work in a thriving and supportive company culture
• The chance to shape the quality processes of a major player in the Industrial / Manufacturing sector

We encourage all candidates who believe they possess the necessary skills and experience to apply for this exciting opportunity in Blackburn