An established and fast-paced business in North Lincolnshire is embarking on the development of their Quality function, hence are seeking a Quality Manager to continue to drive this development and maintain the already high standards set by the business. Reporting aat a European level, this exciting business operates with a very strong work ethic, and owing to a period of growth are now looking at adding heads in a number of different areas.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Develop and implement Quality Management strategy and plans, including resource, systems, timescales, financials, to support, contribute to, and integrate within, the organization’s annual business plan and long-term strategy.
Develop, sustain and continuously improve the QMS in accordance with Company procedures and regulatory requirements. (ISO 9001, BRC/ISO standards, GMP/GDP, Customer Codes of Practice, HACCP Level 4).
Act as site Management Representative responsible for the Planning and execution of Management Review activities, including tracking and closure of action items.
Identify and manage the Quality Budget, ensuring the reduction in risk from claims and all potential costs.
Identify, develop, and report QMS trending, metrics and KPIs. Enabling the Elsham leadership team to have oversight of QMS effectiveness and input into priorities and objectives.
Provide effective and timely communication of product quality issues, to ensure mitigation of risk.
Responsible for the timely processing and closure of customer feedback through the QMS Complaint process, escalating critical issues as appropriate.
Drive robust timely and effective corrective and preventive action programs through the CAPA system ensuring the use of appropriate problem-solving tools.
Develop and maintain internal audit program, lead and support third party audit.
Play an active role in the execution of projects identified to drive quality systems effectiveness.
Drive continuous improvement (BPI) initiatives to enhance the Site Quality System and ensure compliance to Corporate policies and procedures.
Develop and maintain systems to establish standards relating to activities and products.
Develop and maintain systems to measure performance against established standards.

Requirements for the role include:

Degree in Engineering or Science discipline, or equivalent. Minimum of 10 years work experience in Quality technical role, latterly in a Quality Management position in the Medical, Pharmaceutical, Bio-Medical or automotive environment.
Excellent Management and leadership skills. Minium of 3 years leadership experience in a Quality leadership role, preferably within the Medical Device sector.
Working knowledge of quality tools such as SPC/Process control, FMEA/Risk, Problem solving/Root cause Analysis, Pole-Yoke and other six-sigma tools. Six-Sigma training an advantage. An aptitude to analyze data and create/revise QMS processes
Ability to be the voice of Quality when dealing cross functionally, will take the lead discussions / meetings to ensure the correct outcome.
Must be able to work within a team in a dynamic environment and interact effectively at all levels and across all functions within the organization.
Proven track record of successfully creating and managing a highly talented, engaged and performing team.
Mentoring, coaching and performance management
Experience in interacting with regulatory agencies advantageous.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
Self-starter with ability to exhibit efficient work methods, analytical & problem-solving skills and to handle multiple tasks.
Builds strong relationships by fostering open communications, respect and trust.
High level of PC skills. Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint packages.
Excellent English (both oral and written)

Please note, owing to operational requirements, only candidates based in the UK can be considered for this role.If you are interested in finding out about this exciting Quality Manager opportunity, please click ‘apply now’.Chase & Holland acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We specialise in finance, supply chain, HR, IT and office support recruitment and comfortably service Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Staffordshire and Lincolnshire.