Quality Manager
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Derby
Permanent
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum
Overview
EMBS Engineering are working in partnership with a manufacturing business operating in a precision engineering environment looking to secure a new Quality Manager. This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for driving the business through to full AS9100 accreditation and leading a team of Quality Engineers, Technicians and Inspectors.
This is a pivotal appointment with clear, time-critical objectives, including successful completion of a two-stage AS9100 audit. The right candidate will bring genuine Quality Manager experience and the confidence to lead from the front.
What's in if for you?
* 35-hour working week
* 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 28 days after 7 years' service.
* Healthcare scheme including dental and optical cashback (available after probation).
* Choice of two pension schemes with 5% employer contribution (available after probation)
Key Responsibilities
* Take full ownership of the Quality Management System (QMS), leading its continual improvement in line with ISO9001 and driving the business towards AS9100 accreditation.
* Lead and manage the Quality department day-to-day, including Quality Engineers, Technicians and Inspectors.
* Manage quality-related projects, ensuring compliance with all relevant quality standards.
* Write and review quality procedures, ensuring documentation is fit for purpose and reflects best practice.
* Lead root cause analysis and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) through to closure.
* Interface with customers and auditors, supporting audit preparation, execution and follow-up actions.
* Manage supplier quality activity, including evaluation, performance monitoring and non-conformance follow-up.
* Provide clear direction to the team, holding people to account to ensure tasks are completed on time.
Requirements
* Proven experience working in a Quality Manager role, with the confidence to lead a department.
* Genuine, hands-on experience with AS9100.
* Experience managing and leading a small team.
* Background within a precision engineering environment with manufacturing capabilities.
* Working knowledge of how quality procedures should be structured and documented.
* A direct, confident approach, with the ability to address issues and drive tasks to completion.
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities against tight deadlines.
If you are interested in the opportunity of a Quality Manager and believe you meet the illustrated criteria, apply today to join our client’s growing procurement department located in Derby
EMBS Engineering is a dedicated talent specialist that partners with some of the UK's most prestigious, advanced, precision engineering companies within the Aerospace, Automotive / Motorsport, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Green, Environmental and FMCG industries. We’ll offer you expert support and advice throughout the process to ensure you select and secure a career-defining role
Derby
Permanent
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum
Overview
EMBS Engineering are working in partnership with a manufacturing business operating in a precision engineering environment looking to secure a new Quality Manager. This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for driving the business through to full AS9100 accreditation and leading a team of Quality Engineers, Technicians and Inspectors.
This is a pivotal appointment with clear, time-critical objectives, including successful completion of a two-stage AS9100 audit. The right candidate will bring genuine Quality Manager experience and the confidence to lead from the front.
What's in if for you?
* 35-hour working week
* 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 28 days after 7 years' service.
* Healthcare scheme including dental and optical cashback (available after probation).
* Choice of two pension schemes with 5% employer contribution (available after probation)
Key Responsibilities
* Take full ownership of the Quality Management System (QMS), leading its continual improvement in line with ISO9001 and driving the business towards AS9100 accreditation.
* Lead and manage the Quality department day-to-day, including Quality Engineers, Technicians and Inspectors.
* Manage quality-related projects, ensuring compliance with all relevant quality standards.
* Write and review quality procedures, ensuring documentation is fit for purpose and reflects best practice.
* Lead root cause analysis and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) through to closure.
* Interface with customers and auditors, supporting audit preparation, execution and follow-up actions.
* Manage supplier quality activity, including evaluation, performance monitoring and non-conformance follow-up.
* Provide clear direction to the team, holding people to account to ensure tasks are completed on time.
Requirements
* Proven experience working in a Quality Manager role, with the confidence to lead a department.
* Genuine, hands-on experience with AS9100.
* Experience managing and leading a small team.
* Background within a precision engineering environment with manufacturing capabilities.
* Working knowledge of how quality procedures should be structured and documented.
* A direct, confident approach, with the ability to address issues and drive tasks to completion.
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities against tight deadlines.
If you are interested in the opportunity of a Quality Manager and believe you meet the illustrated criteria, apply today to join our client’s growing procurement department located in Derby
EMBS Engineering is a dedicated talent specialist that partners with some of the UK's most prestigious, advanced, precision engineering companies within the Aerospace, Automotive / Motorsport, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Green, Environmental and FMCG industries. We’ll offer you expert support and advice throughout the process to ensure you select and secure a career-defining role