Quality Control Manager

Quality Control Manager Ipswich Salary: c£38K About the Role Our Ipswich based client is looking for an experienced and driven Quality Control Manager to lead their Quality Control function in a controlled manufacturing environment. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring products meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and safety. The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day Quality Control operations, manage a small team, and play a vital role in driving continuous improvement across production. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the Quality Control team, ensuring effective day-to-day operations Oversee in-process and final inspections in line with procedures and standards Ensure production line readiness, including start-ups, changeovers, and line clearance Manage non-conforming products and drive timely resolution of quality issues Monitor QC performance (KPIs), identify trends, and lead continuous improvement activities Support audits and maintain audit readiness at all times Manage customer and supplier quality issues through to resolution Applicants will ideally have: Strong knowledge of quality processes, inspections, and documentation Proven experience leading QC teams in a controlled manufacturing environment Hands-on experience with inspections, non-conformance, and product release Working knowledge with ISO standards (13485, 9001, 14001) and/or FDA requirements High attention to detail with confidence to challenge and ..... full job details .....