Quality Manager

REF: 1026169
Job Title: Quality Manager
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience)
Location: Ruislip, Greater London
Temp to perm

Parkside Recruitment are seeking an experienced Quality Manager for a precision engineering company based in Ruislip.

About:
Our client is a leading precision engineering company based in Ruislip, specialising in high-quality, precision-manufactured components for industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical.

Position Overview:
As the Quality Manager you will be responsible for overseeing the quality assurance and control processes within our client's precision engineering operations. You will lead a team of quality professionals, ensuring that all products meet stringent customer and regulatory requirements. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
• Lead the quality team in conducting audits, inspections, and tests to ensure products meet industry standards and customer specifications.
• Oversee all aspects of quality assurance, from raw materials to final product inspections, including the management of non-conformance reports and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and design teams to ensure quality is built into the manufacturing processes.
• Monitor and analyse quality performance data, identifying trends and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage customer complaints and ensure timely and effective resolution of quality-related issues.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure materials and components to meet high-quality standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the quality team, fostering a culture of quality awareness and accountability.
• Prepare and present quality performance reports to senior management.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Quality Manager role within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and quality management systems.
• Familiarity with precision engineering processes and techniques, including CNC machining and toolmaking.
• Experience in root cause analysis, problem-solving techniques, and implementing corrective actions.
• Ability to manage and lead a team, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure.
• Experience with quality inspection tools and software is desirable.
• Formal qualifications in engineering or quality management would be advantageous.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary, reflective of experience.
• The opportunity to work in a dynamic, growing company at the cutting edge of precision engineering.
• Career development opportunities, including training and progression.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.

Parkside Recruitment are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is valued and everyone is treated with respect, irrespective of their gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or age. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and experiences.

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