Quality Manager

Job Title: Quality/Compliance Manager
Location: Preston | Full-time | Monday – Thursday 08:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Friday 08:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 (Based on Experience)

Our client is a distinguished UK-based manufacturer and supplier of industrial laminates, composite materials, and precision machined components. With over 155 years of expertise, they are dedicated to delivering high-quality products backed by excellent service and a commitment to excellence.

• Ensure maintenance of ISO9001, AS9100, and customer-specific certifications and approvals.

• Enhance compliance with customer requirements across all relevant processes.

• Lead and manage internal, external, and supplier audits.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within compliance systems.

• Perform compliance checks and approvals during customer inquiries and order stages.

• Implement and maintain regulatory compliance systems, including ethical sourcing and export regulations.

• Deliver training and raise awareness to ensure adherence to customer expectations.

• Create and manage documentation to demonstrate compliance.

• Monitor and ensure ongoing conformity and effectiveness of associated processes.

• Proven experience in managing quality processes (Essential).

• Experience with Environmental and Health & Safety Management Systems or similar environments (Preferred).

• Strong document writing skills to support compliance systems.

• In-depth understanding of engineering processes and technical specifications.

• Proven ability to drive system improvements with a focus on compliance management.

• Collaborative team player with a proactive approach.

• Customer-facing experience.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Essential).

• Commercial and strategic awareness within manufacturing or a similar industry (Preferred).

• Exceptional attention to detail (Essential).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Full UK driving licence (Essential).

• Ability and willingness to travel internationally.

• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.

• Early finish on Fridays.

• Contributions to a Personal Pension Plan.

• Profit-sharing scheme.

• Sick pay scheme.

Additional Perks:

• On-site canteen

• Company events

• Free on-site parking

Job Type: Full-time

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