Quality Manager

Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

This client is a leading manufacturer and supplier of hardfaced and wear-resistant products, serving a global customer base across industries such as mining, steel, cement, and power generation. They pride themselves on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Quality Manager to lead and develop our quality assurance and control processes. This is a key role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards and that our operations comply with ISO and customer-specific requirements.

• Lead the Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with ISO 9001 standards.
• Oversee quality control processes across manufacturing and production.
• Conduct internal audits and manage external audits and certifications.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and sales teams to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain and update quality documentation, procedures, and records.
• Train and support staff on quality standards and best practices.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers on quality-related matters.

• Proven experience in a quality management role within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and other relevant quality standards.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency in quality tools such as FMEA, 8D, SPC, and Six Sigma (preferred).
• Relevant qualifications in engineering, manufacturing, or quality management.

• Competitive salary of £40,000 – £45,000.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing business.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Company pension and other benefits.