Quality Manager - Cement

Salary Very Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Location: Buxton, Derbyshire (commutable from Sheffield, Macclesfield, Matlock, Chesterfield, Rotherham, Huddersfield, Oldham, Stockport, Warrington)

Are you a cement QA or laboratory manager with a passion for leadership, process excellence, and decarbonisation? Do you have cement industry expertise gained in the UK or Europe?

We are recruiting for a Quality Manager to join a major UK cement manufacturing facility. This flagship site near Buxton, Derbyshire features high levels of automation, significant sustainability targets, and a commitment to innovation in low-carbon cement production.

The Opportunity:This is a unique chance to take full ownership of the quality function and shape the future of cement QA. You'll lead a long-tenured and skilled lab team while advancing QA systems, enhancing compliance, and supporting product innovation across limestone cement, clinker reduction, and alternative raw material usage.

Key areas of focus include:

• Modernising the ISO 9001 quality management system
• Ensuring compliance with BS EN 197 and internal quality frameworks
• Leading initiatives linked to clinker reduction and carbon reduction targets
• Managing automated sampling and laboratory testing protocols
• Coaching and developing a team of experienced lab professionals
• Representing the site during audits and technical meetings (e.g., BSI, LRQA, quality forums)

Requirements:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in chemistry, materials science, or a related technical discipline
• Minimum 5 years' experience in the cement industry in QA, lab, or technical functions
• Proven leadership in cement product conformity, compliance, and standards
• Experience with robotic labs, continuous operations, and modern lab tech is highly desirable
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and change management skills

Salary & Benefits:

• Very Competitive salary depending on experience
• Annual bonus scheme
• Private healthcare and pension contributions
• Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship may be considered for UK/EU nationals only

This is a strategic role at one of the UK's most technically advanced and sustainability-focused cement plants.Apply now quoting #(phone number removed) or contact us to learn more about this exciting opportunity to take the lead in cement quality excellence.