Quality Manager

Job Title: Quality Manager
Location: South Kirkby

About Our Client:
We are excited to be partnering with our client, a leading manufacturer of purpose-built prefabricated housing and modules for critical power generation and distribution projects. With a strong reputation for delivering reliable and high-quality solutions to support essential infrastructure, our client is committed to maintaining the highest standards in all aspects of their manufacturing processes. To help them continue their success and ensure the highest quality in their products, they are looking to hire an experienced Quality Manager.

Role Overview:
The Quality Manager will play a key role in overseeing and ensuring the quality of all products manufactured by our client, from the initial design and production stages through to delivery and installation. This individual will be responsible for managing quality control systems, maintaining compliance with industry standards, and implementing continuous improvement strategies to ensure the delivery of reliable, high-performance solutions for critical power generation and distribution.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead quality assurance and control activities across the entire manufacturing process, from design through to delivery.
2. Conduct regular inspections, audits, and product testing to ensure compliance with both internal and external quality standards.
3. Collaborate closely with design, production, and engineering teams to define quality requirements and ensure they are met at all stages.
4. Prepare and manage quality documentation, including inspection reports, certifications, and compliance audits.
5. Analyse quality data, identify trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions to improve product quality and manufacturing processes.
6. Lead the investigation and resolution of quality issues and customer complaints, ensuring effective root cause analysis and follow-up actions.
7. Ensure that all quality-related certifications and regulatory requirements are maintained.
8. Train and mentor employees on quality standards, policies, and continuous improvement practices.
9. Work with suppliers and vendors to ensure the quality of external components and materials.

Key Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
2. Proven experience (5+ years) in a Quality Management role within manufacturing, preferably in the power generation, infrastructure, or prefabricated construction sectors.
3. Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS), ISO 9001, and other relevant standards.
4. Experience in managing quality control processes, audits, inspections, and documentation.
5. Familiarity with critical infrastructure requirements and quality standards for power generation and distribution.
6. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a strong attention to detail.
7. Leadership and team management experience, with the ability to drive change and continuous improvement.
8. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Why Join Our Client?
Competitive salary.
Opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing company at the forefront of critical infrastructure projects.
A supportive and dynamic work environment focused on innovation, quality, and excellence.
Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.

If you have a strong background in quality management within manufacturing and are ready for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Apply now for the opportunity to work with a leading company that values quality, reliability, and innovation in every project.

About Us:
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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