Immediate start availableIf you have a quality manager background or are currently in a quality assurance or similar role supporting a quality manager but have nowhere to go in your current company, then this role might have the makings of the career you are looking for. This company is a well-established, successful, modern SME manufacturing business that is based in Stockport. They are looking for a forward-thinking, hands-on Quality Manager who can build robust quality standards, ensure compliance and a right first-time approach to delivering the best outcomes for the customer. The company is ISO:9001 accredited and will be investing in further accreditations in the not-too-distant future to demonstrate its environmental credentials via ISO:14001. They also have low staff turnover, strong values and a modern manufacturing working environment with significant investment in new equipment to continue to support its aim of being a flexible, fast turnaround, batch manufacturing provider. This is an integral role, reporting directly to the Head of Operations and with significant freedom to deliver desired outcomes. With this in mind, we are looking for someone who has a genuine desire to get a company to WCM standards, can motivate and build a team that continually works to robust quality outputs, has a constant eye on continuous improvement and can work closely with other senior leadership to achieve and maintain ISO:14001 and world-class standards. If you have experience in a similar role but without the autonomy and are looking to take the next step forward in your career, this role really could take you there. Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily safety and quality activities, ensuring adherence to HSE regulations
• Manage and ensure compliance with the Quality Management System (ISO 9001)
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Coordinate environmental activities to help the company attain ISO 14001
• Promote a safety culture and ensure compliance with safety regulations
• Oversee quality assurance processes and conduct supplier audits

• Report daily KPIs on quality performance
• Support new product introduction (NPI) processes
• Drive health and safety improvements and manage risk assessments
• Supporting business initiatives to improve quality, safety, people, programs and cost delivery
• Provide training and support to staff, promoting teamwork and development

• Solid experience in managing Quality in an SME manufacturing environment
• Experience in an ISO 9001 regulated environment
• Hands on capabilities (to start with, the role will be 80% shop floor work, 20% office)
• Solid people and communication skills
• A NEBOSH qualification would be desirable
• Driver essential as there will be occasional visits to customer sites

• Circa £45-£50k salary
• 39 hours per week with the option of flexible starts
• Potential Bonus
• Holidays rising with service
• Contributory pension
• Plus other benefits